You Weren't There: A History of Chicago Punk 1977–1984
2007•NR•2h 0m•Released
MusicDocumentary
Often overshadowed by the stars of the New York scene, Chicago punk gets its day in the limelight in this raw documentary that captures the noisemakers and tastemakers who left their mark at venues like La Mere Vipere and Oz.
Director
Christina Tillman
Languages
English
Cast
Steve Albini
Self
Vic Bondi
Self
Jeff Pezzati
Self
John Kezdy
Self
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