The Punk Singer

2013·Movie
1h 20min

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The Punk Singer fingerprint

Striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline5
  • Tension4

Heart

Moving and hopeful

  • Pathos7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Dark Humor3

World

A real life story, pop culture, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, dialogue, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout editing and score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

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About

A look at the life of activist, musician, and cultural icon Kathleen Hanna, who formed the punk band Bikini Kill and pioneered the "riot grrrl" movement of the 1990s.
Feminist Punk RockRiot Grrrl MovementMusic DocumentaryKathleen HannaCultural ImpactRaw & InspiringPersonal Vulnerability90s Underground SceneActivism & Art

Crew

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Punk Singer

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Where can I stream The Punk Singer legally?

The Punk Singer is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, and Sundance Now in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Pluto TV, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Punk Singer worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 90). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Punk Singer rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How long is The Punk Singer?

1 h 20 min

The Punk Singer runs 1 h 20 min.

Is The Punk Singer based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Punk Singer?

Critics91
Audiences80

Not quite. Critics rate The Punk Singer higher (91) than audiences (80). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Punk Singer in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Punk Singer?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Punk Singer in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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