American Hardcore (2006)
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The History of American Punk Rock 1980-1986
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.
- Released: 2006-09-22
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Status: Released
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10 from 63 votes
Directed by Paul Rachman.
Top cast
- Henry Rollins as Self
- Ian MacKaye as Self
- Lucky Lehrer as Self
- Vic Bondi as Self
- Joe Keithley as Self
- Moby as Self
- Springa as Self
- Keith Morris as Self
- Hank Williams III as Self
- Phil Anselmo as Self
Where to watch American Hardcore
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- Australia: rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube; buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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