It's About the Music
Music is life. This is my open list of music films, either already seen or to be seen. Feel free to list recommendations.
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- DirectorMichael WinterbottomStarsSteve CooganLennie JamesJohn ThomsonIn 1976, Tony Wilson sets up Factory Records and brings Manchester's music to the world.
- DirectorDavid RobertsonStarsArthur BakerMark 'Bez' BerryTim Booth
- DirectorGil Cates Jr.StarsAndrew KeeganChad LindbergLauren GermanWilliam Shakespeare's classic tale of love and mischief "A midsummer night's dream" is re-imagined with Club kids at a rave in a L.A. warehouse. Love potions and drug deals gone bad, it's a high-energy, drug-fueled drama.
- DirectorCameron CroweStarsBilly CrudupPatrick FugitKate HudsonA high-school boy in the early 1970s is given the chance to write a story for Rolling Stone magazine about an up-and-coming rock band as he accompanies them on their concert tour.
- DirectorSteve JaggiStarsNeil AhernAlfredoChristian Anadon
- DirectorJon ReissStarsMobyLord T. ByronMcGuinnesThis is a documentary film about the history of the U.S. rave scene which includes a fantastic soundtrack. Both the film and soundtrack capture the people and the music that shaped the underground subculture around electronic music in America. Featured soundtrack artists include: Moby, Keoki, The Crystal Method, DJ Spooky, Roni Size, Psychic TV, and a host of others.
- DirectorClint EastwoodStarsForest WhitakerDiane VenoraMichael ZelnikerThe troubled life and career of jazz musician Charlie "Bird" Parker.
- DirectorBenjamin FranzenKembrew McLeodStarsD.J. AbilitiesAesop RockSteve AlbiniA documentary that examines the creative and commercial value of musical sampling.
- StarsChristy AndersenAva AndersenHalle AndersenA single church-going mother desperately tries to save her two daughters from walking down the same dark path she was once on; and a young woman fights against addiction to a mysterious party drug.
- DirectorGreg HarrisonStarsChris FerreiraMackenzie FirgensElizabeth SunAn inside look into one night in the San Francisco underground rave scene.
- DirectorMarco La VillaMauro La VillaStarsJunior VasquezRoger SanchezDJ Q-BertFilmmakers Marco and Mauro La Villa examine the role of disc jockeys in 1990s dance-club culture.
- DirectorMigel DelgadoJon JacobsStarsJon JacobsCharlotte LewisTina WisemanFrom Miami to Ibiza, HEY DJ chronicles the meteoric rise to Fame of DJ HOUND DOG and the terrible mess he makes of his love life. Featuring an all star cast of the Worlds Greatest DJ's.
- DirectorGary BredowStarsJuan AtkinsDerrick MayKevin SaundersonHIGH TECH SOUL is the first documentary to tackle the deep roots of techno music alongside the cultural history of Detroit, its birthplace. From the race riots of 1967 to the underground party scene of the late 1980s, Detroit's economic downturn didn't stop the invention of a new kind of music that brought international attention to its producers and their hometown. Featuring in-depth interviews with many of the world's best exponents of the artform, High Tech Soul focuses on the creators of the genre -- Juan Atkins, Derrick May, and Kevin Saunderson -- and looks at the relationships and personal struggles behind the music. Artists like Richie Hawtin, Jeff Mills, Carl Craig, Eddie Fowlkes and a host of others explain why techno, with its abrasive tones and resonating basslines, could not have come from anywhere but Detroit.
- DirectorJustin KerriganStarsJohn SimmLorraine PilkingtonShaun ParkesFive youngsters embrace the 90s clubbing scene on a drug-fuelled weekend of partying in Cardiff.
- 20081h 18mUnrated6.6 (503)DirectorBrendan TollerStarsGlenn BrancaPat CarneyNoam ChomskyA documentary feature examining why over 3000 independent record stores have closed across the U.S. in the past decade. Many sources all pose threats on the very well being of our favorite record stores. Will these stores die or will they survive?
- DirectorBarclay CrenshawStarsDerrick CarterDerrick MayNigel RichardsDocumentary about the hard working DJs and producers who have brought electronic dance music to the forefront of nightlife around the world. Featuring over 35 world class artists from Derrick Carter to Paul Van Dyk.
- DirectorMichael DowseStarsPaul KayeBeatriz BatardaKate MagowanA famous DJ in the Ibiza club scene finds the alcohol and drug-fueled party that is his life threatened by the progressive loss of his hearing.
- DirectorJosell RamosStarsLarry LevanDavid MancusoFrankie KnucklesMaestro, tells the story of how a group of people found refuge and a call for life outside the mainstream. What evolved was a scene that set the ground work for what was to come in dance music culture worldwide, a rare insight into the secret underground world. It's the first time this story is told in a motion Picture, included in the film are pioneer dance music DJs and producers, "founding fathers", its center being Larry Levan, as well as high-profile DJs of today. Opting for a more personal and candid approach, MAESTRO shows the true history of the people through a realistic creative aesthetic. Tracing the underground's dance origin, MAESTRO brings out a real understanding of this intense lifestyle, and the lives they lived and died for.
- DirectorStephen ColesDavid KnispelMichael KnispelStarsTim Day-LewisMike DanielScott AlertDance music has spread across the world transcending religious & racial barriers connecting to the hearts and souls of millions. People have always felt the rhythm of music and have as a result evolved countless dance styles throughout the ages. Beginning in the late 80's in Melbourne's underground dance music party scene, a revolutionary freestyle dance began to grow and has now developed into the most unique and robust underground dance style since the birth of Breakdancing. The Melbourne Shuffle has no set steps but encourages individuality and imagination, incorporating dance moves from numerous styles such as miming, popping & locking, liquid and breaking. But the basis of the Melbourne Shuffle has traditionally been the footwork either performed sliding left to right, on the spot or in a triangular movement, but is evolving everyday. Known as "Rocking" to the Melbourne locals, the name Melbourne Shuffle has been derived from overseas visitors and the media trying to describe this phenomenon.
- DirectorJoe BerlingerBruce SinofskyStarsJames HetfieldKirk HammettLars UlrichThe iconic metal band struggles for two years to create their album St. Anger, dealing with alcoholism, the loss of their bass player, and the challenge of working with a psychotherapist.
- DirectorIara LeeStarsArthur BakerAfrika BambaataaCarl CoxThe evolution of electronic music and its many genres. How the wide range of styles and scenes formed through experimentations on sound formation.
- DirectorHans FjellestadStarsCharlie ClouserHerbert DeutschKeith EmersonBob Moog shaped musical culture with some of the most inspiring electronic instruments ever created. This "compelling documentary portrait of a provocative, thoughtful and deeply sympathetic figure" (New York Times) peeks into the inventor's mind and the worldwide phenomenon he fomented.
- DirectorMarco S. AluiaJason CatronCharlotte CrawfordStarsDerrick MayKevin SaundersonJuan AtkinsIn 2003 Detroit, Michigan was the host city of one of the most important dance music events in the world. A free three day event attended by a million people each year integrating musical and visual artistry, creativity, and state-of-the-art technology. Over seventy world renowned acts perform on the multiple stages in the heart of the Motor City each Memorial Day weekend. The Movement Festival dedicates each year to showcasing the world's most important and influential musical artists and cutting edge talent while maintaining allegiance to the history of true urban music. In the coarse of filming his feature film, 313 TECHNO, Detroit filmmaker Marco S. Aluia captures the passion, struggles and triumph of local Detroit artists in regaining control of Detroit's Electronic Music Festival, known world-wide as Movement. Bear witness and be inspired by this unique documentary film experience, Movement.
- DirectorDaisy von Scherler MayerStarsParker PoseyOmar TownsendThe Lady BunnyA 20-something, irresponsible party girl is bailed out of jail by her librarian godmother. To repay the loan, she starts working at the library and gradually turns her life around.
- DirectorFenton BaileyRandy BarbatoStarsMichael AligGitsieJames St. JamesDocumentary film exploring the rise of Club Kid legend Michael Alig and his fall in 1996 when he murdered his drug dealer/roommate Angel Melendez.
- DirectorFenton BaileyRandy BarbatoStarsMacaulay CulkinWilson CruzSeth GreenBased on the true story of Michael Alig, a Club Kid party organizer whose life was sent spiraling down when he bragged on television about killing his drug dealer and roommate.
- DirectorCameron CroweStarsEddie VedderStone GossardJeff AmentA documentary on the band Pearl Jam that marks their 20th anniversary in the year 2011.
- DirectorDavid DworskyVictor KöhlerStarsApparatÓlafur ArnaldsScott BelskyA documentary that explores how the digital revolution of the last decade has unleashed creativity and talent of people in an unprecedented way.
- DirectorAllan MoyleStarsChristian SlaterSamantha MathisAnthony Luke LuceroMark runs a pirate radio station and causes an uproar when he speaks his mind and enthralls fellow teens.
- StarsLouis MellisVince LawrenceFrankie KnucklesIn this documentary the origin of house music is being explained. It starts in Chicago in the "Warehouse" club. This later became the Genre called just "House" because people wanted to buy music which they heard in the Wearhous. The character "Jack" which is often mentioned in house songs is also explained. Early 90s it got to England. Here the genre House splits in many different ways. Drum and Bass and Techno is mentioned. Also the rave scene is explained.Frankie Knuckles, Marshall Jefferson, Chicago. This is the definitive history of House music.
- DirectorJason RemStarsJason BentleyDJ ColetteThe Crystal Method'PUT THE NEEDLE ON THE RECORD' is an award-winning documentary which explores the evolution of electronic music and the rise of the DJ in pop culture. Filmed in Miami during the hot and sexy Winter Music Conference, a yearly week-long event attended by over 20,000 electronic music professionals and fans, the film takes an inside look at a growing global phenomenon in the world of music. Interviews with top artists, footage from events around the globe and a brilliant soundtrack are combined to create a highly energetic piece of filmmaking. First-time director Jason Rem brings an unexplored genre of music to the masses for a glimpse at a movement that is driven by passion, creativity and business. The film has been called "A rock solid documentary," and "An event to savor in wonderment," and is not to be missed.
- DirectorAmir Bar-LevStarsBruce AdolpheErykah BaduBerklee Symphony OrchestraThis documentary feature, produced in association with The Grammy's, looks at the history, songwriting, and recording process of five different genres of music through the eyes of 5 of the most influential producers/DJ's in the world as they create new music tracks with influential collaborators from rock, country, classical, R&B and jazz.
- DirectorBrett GaylorStarsCory DoctorowGilberto GilGirl TalkA documentary which examines copyright issues in the information age.
- DirectorJulie DrazenRISE is the story of legendary rave promoter Disco Donnie and the many complex and colorful characters that surround him. Set in the heart of New Orleans at the height of Mardi Gras, this fast-paced, stream-of-consciousness documentary follows Donnie and his mischievous entourage as they barrel through the madness of America's biggest party. Featuring a host of renowned DJs (including Josh Wink, Tommie Sunshine, Adam Freeland, Qbert, John Aquaviva, Nigel Richards, Paul van Dyk, Charles Feelgood and Dylan Drazen), RISE is a raw, upbeat and insightful profile of an underground community and a passionate reminder of why we need to fight for our freedom of expression, as well as our right to dance.
- DirectorBilly Samoa SaleebeyStarsSanoe LakeGarrett BrawithRachel HardistyA med student, a teenage runaway, a lawyer, a drag queen, a high school basketball player, a drug dealer, and a teacher all cross paths in the Ecstasy-riddled L.A. underground party scene. Rolling is a turbulent journey that takes a tough yet entertaining look at this unique drug phenomenon. With the pace and style of a documentary, Rolling captures the essence of Ecstasy culture, exposing the delicate balance of relationships and responsibilities with chasing this drug-induced euphoria.
- DirectorDoug PrayStarsThe AlliesA-TrakCrazeThe story of the hip-hop DJ from the birth of hip-hop to the invention of scratching and "beat-juggling" vinyl, to the more recent "turntablism" movement. Underdogs and virtuosos who have radically changed the way we hear and create music.
- DirectorValerian BennettStarsJason BentleyCarl CoxDaniel
- DirectorSteven M. MartinStarsLeon ThereminRobert MoogClara RockmoreA documentary about the inventor of the first electronic synthesiser instrument and his subsequent life after he was abducted by the KGB as well as a history of his instrument.
- DirectorRob ReinerStarsRob ReinerMichael McKeanChristopher GuestSpinal Tap, one of England's loudest bands, is chronicled by film director Marty DiBergi on what proves to be a fateful tour.
- DirectorDonnie EicharBrad TiemannA documentary that follows influential DJs over a year-long trek around the world as they prepare for a secret festival show.
- DirectorTom DiCilloStarsJohnny DeppJohn DensmoreRobby KriegerA look at the late '60s and early '70s rock band The Doors, including rare exclusive footage.
- DirectorKevin KerslakeStarsWill.i.amTravis BarkerMobyA live concert documentary on the popular electronic music festival.
- DirectorDon ArgottDemian FentonStarsBobby LieblingSean PelletierDiane LieblingDocumentary follows Bobby Liebling, lead singer of seminal hard rock/heavy metal band Pentagram, as he battles decades of hard drug addiction and personal demons to try and get his life back.
- DirectorChristian LarsonRobin HofwanderStarsSteve AngelloNikhil ChinappaAxel HedforsA music documentary following the last tour of the band Swedish House Mafia in 2012/2013, the film tells a story of friendship and huge success.