American Hardcore (2006)

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.

Directed by: Paul Rachman

Cast: Moby, Joe Keithley, John Joseph, Jonathan Anastas, Keith Morris, Kevin Seconds, Kira Roessler, Marginal Man, Mike Dean, Mike Patton of Middle Class, Elysian Fields, Trotsky Icepick and Jeff Atta of Middle Class, Mike Watt, Minor Threat

Genres: Documentary, Music

Rating: 6.9/10

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