442 Punk Rock Movies Collection
442 titles
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Los Punks: We Are All We HaveMovie · 2016 · 79m"Los Punks: We Are All We Have" is a personal documentary focusing on the teenagers and young adults who discover purpose within the vibrant punk rock community in the neighborhoods of South Central and East Los Angeles.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.8 - 402
Joy DivisionMovie · 2009 · 100m · Documentary, MusicThis film chronicles the rise of a highly influential English rock band during the late 1970s. It presents a straightforward, chronological look at their journey.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.7 - 403ThanatopsisMovie · 1991 · 12mBeth B and Lydia Lunch team up to deliver a bleak and artistic exploration of nihilism, essentially a "meditation on death." The story follows a woman navigating the mundane aspects of existence, presented with a dark, noir aesthetic.IMDb 6.4
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Deadly PunkettesMovie · 2014 · 92mThe lead singer of a popular teenage girl-band dies unexpectedly, and her ghost begins to torment the remaining band members, as well as their new manager and her replacement.IMDb 4.3TMDB 2.2 - 405
The Devil and Daniel JohnstonMovie · 2006 · 110m · Documentary, MusicThis 2005 documentary follows the life of Daniel Johnston, a singer, songwriter, and artist who lived with manic depression. It explores his life from childhood to the present, focusing on how his mental illness shaped his work, often expressing itself through intense self-absorption.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.7 - 406
Madness: The Liberty of Norton FolgateMovie · 2009 · 63mAfter a decade, Madness releases a new album, 'The Liberty of Norton Folgate,' a connected song cycle about London. While the songs explore different parts of the city, they musically focus on the waves of immigration – Irish, Jewish, Caribbean, Asian, and others – and their musical impact on London. The concert at Hackney Empire connects to the venue's Music Hall history, placing Madness within a uniquely English popular musical tradition rooted in the Victorian era. Suggs and Carl guide the audience through London's past, referencing the eras of Karl Marx and Jack the Ripper. They humorously introduce each song’s subject, taking viewers on a tour of the Old East End, Spitalfields, Smithfield, Wapping, Bethnal Green, and finally, the Thames beaches beyond Tower Bridge.IMDb 7.0TMDB 8.0 - 407
NOFX Backstage Passport 2Movie · 2015 · 103mPunk rock band NOFX tours South America to reschedule missed shows from a past world tour. Their ability to fulfill their commitments to fans hinges on overcoming challenges including drunken disputes, unreliable promoters, police confrontations, and a tsunami.IMDb 8.4TMDB 8.0 - 408
Against Me!: We're Never Going HomeMovie · 2004 · 61mThis documentary chronicles the journey of the influential punk band Against Me!. It follows their rise to prominence, capturing the band's dynamic and raw energy both on and off stage. The film explores their music, their message, and the personal struggles faced by its members.IMDb 7.6 - 409
Sons of NorwayMovie · 2011 · 88m · DramaIt's difficult to defy expectations when your father wants to participate. In 1979, Magnus and his son Nikolaj face a crisis in their new home in Rykkinn. Magnus, an unconventional architect and free spirit, is an anomaly in a community valuing equality and conformity. He consistently defends his son, offering unwavering support even as Nikolaj begins to disengage.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 410
White Collar Hooligan 3Movie · 2014 · 102mAfter their friend is murdered by Russian mobsters, former football fans Mike and Eddie become criminals seeking revenge. Their pursuit leads them to Brazil, where a large drug deal is planned during the World Cup. Hoping to disrupt the deal and find redemption, they find themselves caught in a dangerous web of international drug cartels, local gangs, and corrupt police, drawn into the dark side of Brazil.IMDb 4.0TMDB 4.8 - 411
Italian Punk Hardcore 1980-1989: The MovieMovie · 2015 · 119mIMDb 7.4TMDB 9.0 - 412
SkinheadsMovie · 1989 · 90mWhile traveling to California, a group of students are attacked by a violent gang of skinheads in the Colorado mountains. A World War II veteran living in the area intervenes to save them.IMDb 3.6TMDB 3.0 - 413
Hard Core Logo IIMovie · 2010 · 85mBruce McDonald's highly anticipated mockumentary returns with McDonald playing a fictionalized version of himself, "Bruce," a director of a TV show who moved to Los Angeles after directing the cult film *Hard Core Logo*. When his show is unexpectedly canceled, Bruce finds himself with free time. He learns that punk musician Care Failure claims to have channeled the spirit of *Hard Core Logo*'s deceased singer, Joe Dick, while writing songs for her new album. Intrigued, Bruce travels to Saskatchewan, where Failure and her band Die Mannequin are recording the album with Dick's former idol and mentor, Bucky Haight (played by Julian Richings, reprising his role from the original film).IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.6 - 414
End of the Century: The Story of the RamonesMovie · 2003 · 110m · Documentary, MusicThis documentary chronicles the rise and fall of the iconic punk band, the Ramones. Using archival footage and interviews with all members throughout their history, alongside new interviews with fellow musicians, the film follows the band's journey over two decades, from their early successes to their disbandment in 1995.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6 - 415
OstPunk! Too much FutureMovie · 2006 · 92mThis is the story of the punk rock movement in East Germany.IMDb 6.7TMDB 8.0 - 416
Girls TownMovie · 1996 · 90mThe death of a friend prompts three high school girls to examine their friendship and consider their futures.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.2 - 417
Ecstatic StigmaticMovie · 1980 · 57m · HorrorDirector Gordon Stevenson presents an unconventional film exploring faith and suffering, using a No-Wave cinema style. The story focuses on Rose, played by Mirielle Cervenka, a young woman experiencing severe stigmata. As she tries to understand this unusual condition, Rose enters a world where spiritual struggles and physical pain are deeply connected.
Stevenson creates a narrative that profoundly examines the human experience, questioning how we understand faith and ourselves. Cervenka's performance as Rose feels genuinely real, allowing viewers to deeply connect with her. The film offers a distinctive look at spirituality, suffering, and family relationships, pushing beyond typical storytelling.IMDb 6.0TMDB 7.0 - 418The Boot FactoryMovie · 2002 · 88mDirector Kowalski compares a group of Cracow punks who craft leather boots to the Sex Pistols, suggesting they operate like a rock band. They run their business with rebellious independence, making each pair by hand while moving to their favorite music. Kowalski, with his background in American underground cinema, is uniquely suited to capture the essence of the punk style.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.3
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Desperate LivingMovie · 1977 · 91m · Comedy, CrimeWidowed Peggy Gravel accidentally kills her husband and, with her manipulative maid Grizelda, flees to the strange town of Mortville for safety. Instead, they find a world more chaotic than they anticipated.
Mortville is governed by the mysterious Queen Carlotta, who controls a collection of odd characters. As Peggy and Grizelda try to adjust to this bizarre place, they face difficult choices about right and wrong and the temptations of those around them.
The film blends crime, chaos, and dark humor, examining guilt, loyalty, and finding oneself in a town seemingly forgotten by time. While Peggy and Grizelda seek acceptance in Mortville's unusual society, they must decide how far they’ll go before being consumed by its darkness.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.4 - 420
Class of Nuke 'Em HighMovie · 1986 · 86m · Horror, Comedy, Science FictionAn ordinary town near a nuclear power plant hides a dangerous secret within its high school. Students have been exposed to radiation after unknowingly buying drugs from a plant worker. What starts as strange behavior quickly becomes a frightening reality as the students show symptoms of radiation sickness, affecting their bodies and minds. The school transforms into a place of fear as everyone realizes their community may be part of a disastrous experiment. This story explores themes of trust, responsibility, and the hidden dangers in everyday life.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.6 - 421
Get CrazyMovie · 1983 · 92m · Comedy, MusicIn 1983, this compelling drama centers on Max Wolfe, a concert promoter whose New Year's Eve show faces sabotage from his determined rival, Colin Beverly. While Wolfe’s team, including Neil Allen and Willie Loman, fights to keep the event on track amidst drug problems, violence, and rock and roll mayhem caused by Beverly, they also experience unexpected romantic connections. The film portrays the fierce competition between these two men in a demanding industry, examining ambition, loyalty, and love set against the lively music scene of the early 1980s.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 422
The RunawaysMovie · 2010 · 107m · Music, Drama, HistoryIn 1970s Southern California, Joan Jett and Cherie Currie, two fiercely independent teenagers, form the band The Runaways. With the guidance of manager Kim Fowley, the all-female group quickly achieves widespread fame, becoming pioneers for women in rock music.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 423
Downtown '81Movie · 2001 · 72mThe film follows a day in the life of Jean-Michel Basquiat as he tries to raise money to get his apartment back after being evicted. He walks the streets of downtown with a painting he hopes will sell, and along the way, we see glimpses into the lives and performances of his friends.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 424
Llik Your IdolsMovie · 2007 · 70mSet in 1980s New York City, the film plunges into a vibrant, rebellious, and unsettling underground world that will leave a lasting impression.IMDb 6.7TMDB 4.0 - 425
DudesMovie · 1987 · 90m · Adventure, ComedyTwo city punks take a road trip across the country in a vintage Volkswagen. As they travel, they discover the spirit of the American West and decide to seek revenge on a group of rednecks who murdered their friend. Along the way, they meet a resourceful young woman who runs a demolition business. She joins them on their quest for vengeance, bringing humor and suspense to this memorable journey.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.7 - 426
Oil City ConfidentialMovie · 2009 · 104mJulien Temple's film is a celebration of Dr Feelgood, an Essex R&B band from Canvey Island. They became a sensation in the UK during the early 1970s progressive rock era, with live performances and albums that significantly influenced the development of pub rock and punk music.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.9 - 427
It's Not Repetition, It's DisciplineMovie · 2014 · 70mDandelion Records and DVD's presents a comprehensive look at Mark E. Smith and The Fall. This film, created over 13 years by three Danish fans with full cooperation from Smith, offers an intimate view of the band's workings. It includes numerous live performances and rehearsals featuring The Fall, Mark E. Smith, and Ed Blaney. The film features interviews with Mark E. Smith, John Peel, Henry Rollins, Thurston Moore, David Gedge, Stephen Malkmus, Dee Dee Ramone, Peter Hook, Grant Showbiz, John Cooper Clarke, Damo Suzuki, Gary Lucas, Ed Blaney, Jim Watts, Spencer Birtwistle, Ben Pritchard, Zlatko Buric, Alan Wise, The Other Dave and Fall Fan Dave. Bonus material includes an interview with Mark E. Smith at his favorite pub near Heaton Park in Manchester (now closed).IMDb 6.7 - 428
RoadkillMovie · 1989 · 85mA music promoter dispatches a young woman on a journey to locate a band that has stopped performing.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.6 - 429
Out of the LoopMovie · 1997 · 86mThis documentary explores the 1990s rock music scene in Chicago.IMDb 7.8TMDB 10.0 - 430
PariahMovie · 1998 · 97mA Black and White couple are victims of a brutal, random attack, resulting in the woman's suicide. Devastated, the man infiltrates the gang responsible, intending to exact revenge. Inside, he discovers the gang's origins in poverty and social isolation, fostering unexpected connections. His loyalty is tested when he's asked to commit a killing.IMDb 4.3TMDB 6.7 - 431
I Was Born, But…Movie · 2004 · 90mFilmmaker Roddy Bogawa looks back at growing up in Hawaii and his experiences with the punk rock movement in Los Angeles during the 1970s.IMDb 5.7 - 432
Fix: The Ministry MovieMovie · 2011 · 110mThis film offers an intimate look at the band Ministry during their world tour, as singer Al Jourgensen battles drug addiction. Ministry revolutionized rock music, bringing industrial sounds to a wide audience. Their uncompromising approach and music have profoundly impacted today's leading musicians, many of whom appear in the documentary.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3 - 433
Cathode FuckMovie · 1986 · 92mChris Gore, founder of Film Threat, created a groundbreaking video mixtape. It combines strange and unusual video clips, all connected by a central theme: the influence of punk rock on society.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 434
Act & Punishment: The Pussy Riot TrialsMovie · 2015 · 90mRussian activists Nadezhda Tolokonnikova and Ekaterina Samutsevich leave the activist group Voina to form Pussy Riot. The new group aims to express ideas about female independence through a blend of activism, feminism, and punk rock music. Their loss in court becomes a triumph, as Pussy Riot gains widespread support from thousands of new fans.IMDb 7.4TMDB 1.0 - 435
Born in FlamesMovie · 1983 · 80m · Drama, Science FictionTen years after a war fought for gender equality reshaped New York City, the fight for true equity continues. The film follows a diverse group of women who come together to spark a powerful feminist uprising. United by their experiences and determination, they challenge deeply ingrained social norms. Their journey highlights both the strength found in unity and the obstacles they face in striving for lasting change.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 436
No Skin Off My AssMovie · 1991 · 73mA solitary hairdresser is captivated by the opening of a film called "That Cold Day in the Park." He then seeks out a disheveled skinhead in a nearby park and invites him back to his apartment. The hairdresser draws the silent man a bath and engages him in conversation while he’s soaking. He subsequently locks his guest in a bedroom. The following day, the skinhead escapes through the window and visits his sister, who is filming a movie called "Sisters of the SLA." He assists with a screen test. The hairdresser develops fantasies about the skinhead, who returns to visit him. Finally, the filmmaker visits the two men, revealing that her brother is faking his silence and feigning disinterest in sex. Fantasies can become reality.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.3 - 437
Patti Smith: Dream of LifeMovie · 2008 · 109mThis film offers a deeply personal look at Patti Smith, capturing the core of her artistic spirit.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.0 - 438
Punk LoveMovie · 2006 · 96mPunk Love unfolds in the rainy landscapes of Oregon and Washington, following two lost lovers hoping for a fairytale ending. Sarah, a lonely 15-year-old in a bleak mill town, finds a glimpse of hope when she meets Spike. They fall in love and begin a life of petty crime to make ends meet and support their drug use. Spike dreams of a musical career, and a successful audition offers a chance to escape their difficult lives. But as things begin to improve, everything spirals out of control, leaving Spike and Sarah to rely only on their love to survive. Director/writer Nick Lyon's Punk Love is a contemporary fairy tale about two outcasts searching for purpose in a world devoid of compassion.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.4 - 439
Black BoxMovie · 1979 · 20mA young man is kidnapped and thrust into a nightmarish future ruled by the rebellious teenager, Lydia Lunch, who forces him into the Black Box.IMDb 6.5TMDB 4.2 - 440
TAD: Busted Circuits and Ringing EarsMovie · 2008 · 93m"TAD: Busted Circuits and Ringing Ears" tells the story of the influential Seattle grunge band TAD. The film follows their journey from prominence in the Seattle music scene to a difficult period marked by legal troubles and being dropped by their record label. Featuring rare footage of the band performing in clubs and arenas, alongside insights from fellow grunge musicians like Mark Arm of Mudhoney and Kim Thayil of Soundgarden, the documentary explores the story of a band with unrealized potential.IMDb 7.6TMDB 8.0 - 441
Big Gold Dream: Scottish Post-Punk and Infiltrating the MainstreamMovie · 2015 · 94mThis documentary explores the influential Edinburgh record label Fast Product and its sister label Postcard Records. It follows the label's history and the music of the bands associated with it, including Fire Engines, Scars, and Josef K.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.0 - 442
Cake BoyMovie · 2005 · 90mFleeing an abusive relationship, Selwyn (Warren Fitzgerald), an erotic-cake baker, finds hope with a punk band. As their roadie for No Use for a Name, Selwyn falls for a charming, disabled person who encourages him to enter a baking competition against the "Master Baker of France." The film is directed by Vandals bassist Joe Escalante and features music from Yellowcard, The Bronx, Jackson, Piebald, and more.IMDb 6.9TMDB 2.5
