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The Smart Studios Story

2016Movie1 h 21 min

77
GreatGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, hopeful documentary movie about show business and history.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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The post-70’s explosion of independent music in America has many traceable roots, each with a compelling story. One of its most significant has never been told until now. Drawing on never-before-seen archival footage, in-depth-interviews with musicians and producers, and a mighty soundtrack, THE SMART STUDIOS STORY reveals the pivotal Midwest link to the global rise of 1990's Alternative Rock and the unassuming Madison, Wisconsin recording studio at its center. If you’ve ever been touched by the music of Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Garbage, L7 or their peers, you’ve been touched by the music created at Smart Studios, the legendary recording facility founded by Butch Vig and Steve Marker.

Feels like

  • Music Documentary
  • Alternative Rock History
  • Recording Studio
  • 1990s Music Scene
  • Indie Music
  • Behind the Scenes
  • Nostalgic
  • American Music
  • Historical

Crew

Directed by
Wendy Schneider
Produced by
Kerry P. Brown

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Facts

March 16, 2016 · 1 h 21 min · Documentary

Released
March 16, 2016
Runtime
1 h 21 min
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Available in
8 countries

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Where can I stream The Smart Studios Story?

In the United States, The Smart Studios Story streams on Qello Concerts by Stingray. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is The Smart Studios Story worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 7.5).

Can I half-watch The Smart Studios Story?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.