Documentary covering the growth and subsequent overexposure of the Seattle "grunge" music scene in the early 90s
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The world of grunge. This documentary examines the Seattle scene as it became the focus of a merging of punk rock, heavy metal, and innovation. Building from the grass roots, self-promoted and self-recorded until break-out success of bands like Nirvana brought the record industry to the Pacific Northwest, a phenomenon was born. More than just an examination of the music, this is a look at how this artistic movement became a societal and fashion trend with a major effect on American culture. Written by Bruce Cameron <dumarest@midcoast.com>
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reference to nirvana | reference to soundgarden | reference to alice in chains | grunge | punk rock |Taglines:
surviving the northwest rock explosionParents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
8 November 1996 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Box Office
Opening Weekend USA:
$106,599, 22 November 1996Gross USA:
$268,520, 22 December 1996Company Credits
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Written by Jon Auer and Ken Stringfellow
Performed by The Posies
Courtesy BMG Songs Inc. (ASCAP), Careers-BMG Music Publishing, Inc. (BMI), and The David Geffen Co.
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The documentary notably contains footage of Nirvana's debut live performance of "Smells Like Teen Spirit," recorded on April 17, 1991 at Seattle's OK Hotel. See more »Quotes
Van Conner: We were the guy in high school who people used to beat up and we couldn't even talk to the pretty girls. I mean, we couldn't... we're nerds, goddammit!See more »
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The credits end with the statement "Your town is next." See more »Soundtracks
Definite DoorWritten by Jon Auer and Ken Stringfellow
Performed by The Posies
Courtesy BMG Songs Inc. (ASCAP), Careers-BMG Music Publishing, Inc. (BMI), and The David Geffen Co.
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An incredible reminder of the intense, passionate, and powerful grunge movement from the late 80s through the mid 90s. A wonderful 1996 surprise for any rock lover, but especially those loyal to the genre itself. The honest and direct interviews, commentaries, and live performances provide inspiration to all open to hear what the fuss (or should I say fuzz?) was all about.