The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years
Watch TrailerAn exploration of the heavy metal scene in Los Angeles, with particular emphasis on glam metal. It features concert footage and interviews of legendary heavy metal and hard rock bands and artists such as Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Kiss, Megadeth, Motörhead, Ozzy Osbourne and W.A.S.P..
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1988 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary, Music |
| Director | Penelope Spheeris |
| Runtime | 93 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (80 votes) |
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Penelope Spheeris constructs the film around the stark contrast between grandiose stage personas and the raw humanity revealed in off-stage interviews. She explores the mechanics of myth-making and the cost of fame, allowing her subjects to often unwittingly expose the era's inner contradictions.
What lingers after the final chord is a poignant, unvarnished snapshot of a subculture at its peak, blissfully unaware of the coming tide. It's both a celebration and a cautionary tale. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Penelope Spheeris
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