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23 May 2008 (USA) more
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Documentary | Music | War more
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In the late summer of 2006, in the middle of the insurgency, filmmakers Eddy Moretti and Suroosh Alvi... more | add synopsis
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One of the Best Documentaries on the Iraq War more (5 total)
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Rated R for pervasive language.
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USA:84 min
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This is a great documentary, regardless of whether or not you listen to heavy metal, or even whether you're liberal or conservative. This film wisely sidesteps political commentary and boils down the situation in Iraq to the experiences of a TRULY struggling heavy metal band in Iraq. All they want to do is play music, but this simple desire for creative expression proves practically impossible both during Saddam's regime *and* the American occupation. This really has to be one of the most spot-on, objective documents of the current situation in Iraq. Like I said, this isn't about heavy metal, it's about the struggles of living in a war-torn society. By narrowing the focus to a music band, the film is able to show us up-front the present reality of life in Baghdad. It's heartbreaking to see the human spirit gradually being stamped out of these guys This is a must see for any creative artist, and ultimately, any human being who appreciates living in a free society.