1991: The Year Punk Broke
1991: The Year Punk Broke ★★½ 1992
Documents a grunge rock tour of European festivals in 1991 when the alternative bands were largely unknown to all but hardcore fans. Follows Sonic Youth, Nirvana, Dinosaur Jr., Babes in Toyland, Gumball, and grandaddy punk idols, The Ramones, behind-the-scenes and through their performances. 95m/C VHS. D: David Markey.
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