American Hardcore

American Hardcore (2006)

22/09/2006
Documentary, Music
1h 40m

The History of American Punk Rock 1980-1986

Overview

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.

  • Paul RachmanDirector
  • Steven BlushWriter, Screenplay
  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    English

Keywords

  • musician
  • philosophy
  • interview
  • punk rock
  • flyer
  • mohawk
  • anthropology
  • thrash metal
  • counter-culture
  • hard rock
  • subculture
  • stage diving
  • alternative rock
  • underground music
  • hardcore punk
  • skinheads
  • history
  • mosh pit
  • slam dancing
  • verbal history