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American Hardcore

American Hardcore

2006 · 100 min · EN · R · 6.9 (63 votes)
Dir. Paul Rachman · Starring Henry Rollins, Ian MacKaye, Lucky Lehrer, Vic Bondi, Joe Keithley, Moby

“The History of American Punk Rock 1980-1986”

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Inspired by Steven Blush's book "American Hardcore: A tribal history" Paul Rachman's feature documentary debut is a chronicle of the underground hardcore punk years from 1979 to 1986. Interviews and rare live footage from artists such as Black Flag, Bad Brains, Minor Threat, SS Decontrol and the Dead Kennedys.

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A visceral, no-holds-barred dive into the explosive early days of hardcore punk. It's a raw, energetic, and often abrasive look at a pivotal moment in music history, fueled by DIY spirit and pure rebellion.

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