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Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement

2019·Movie
1h 28min·NR
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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High energy, striking style.

Energy

Fast-paced and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Violence6

Heart

Nostalgic and cathartic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Catharsis7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some satire and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody5
  • Dark Humor5
  • Cringe Humor4

World

History, show business, and a real life story

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout editing, score, and sound design

  • Editing9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8

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About

An in-depth exploration of a seminal moment in DC music history (circa 1976 to 1984) and the rise of harDCore. The film is made up of a mix of rare archive material, conversational interviews, and a collage editing style. Features early DC punk and hardcore bands like Bad Brains, Minor Threat, Slickee Boys, The Faith and more.
DC Punk HistoryHardcore Music SceneArchive FootageMusic DocumentaryConversational InterviewsCollage Editing Style1970s Counterculture1980s Music RevolutionInfluential Bands

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement legally?

Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement is included with a subscription to Night Flight+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement?

1 h 28 min

Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement runs 1 h 28 min.

Is Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement?

Critics100
Audiences73

Not quite. Critics rate Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement higher (100) than audiences (73). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Punk the Capital: Building a Sound Movement?

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