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American Hardcore

"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.

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  • Henry Rollins

    Henry Rollins

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  • Ian MacKaye

    Ian MacKaye

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  • Lucky Lehrer

    Lucky Lehrer

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  • Vic Bondi

    Vic Bondi

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  • Joe Keithley

    Joe Keithley

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  • Moby

    Moby

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  • Springa

    Springa

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  • Keith Morris

    Keith Morris

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  • Hank Williams III

    Hank Williams III

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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.

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