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Movie poster: Rock and a Hard Place: Another Night at the Agora (2008)
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Rock and a Hard Place: Another Night at the Agora

2008 · 90 min Documentary Music
10.0 / 10 · TMDB

In the late nineteen-seventies and early eighties South Florida, like many parts of the U.S., saw the birth of an explosive original rock scene. New Wave, Punk and other experimental genres were finding a ready audience and were changing the shape of music forever. Relegated to the southernmost tip of the state, Miami's influential rock artists were one of the nation's best-kept secrets. On January, 28, 2007, The Kids, Z-Cars, Critical Mass, Charlie Pickett, The Cichlids, Slyder, Tight Squeeze and special guests The Romantics took the stage at Club Cinema in Pompano Beach, Florida to the delight of nearly 3,000 fans that came from around the world to see their favorite bands play together one more time. The event culminated in South Florida's biggest reunion concert. This extraordinary untold story has been brought to the forefront and examines the compelling and often personal journey of eight original Miami bands and their quest to leave an indelible mark on the music they loved.

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Year 2008
Genre Documentary, Music
Director Aaron T. Wells
Runtime 90 min.
Rating TMDB: 10.0/10 (1 votes)

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The film constructs a vivid chronicle of the landmark reunion concert, relying on energetic live footage and candid backstage moments to bridge past and present. It explores the enduring legacy of a seminal local scene that thrived away from the national spotlight.

What lingers after the final chord is the raw, celebratory power of the performance and a palpable sense of community. This is a vital document for music lovers. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Aaron T. Wells

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