The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years
It's more than music...it's a way of life.
Jun 17, 1988 · 1h 33m · Documentary, Music
⭐ 6.8· 80 votes
Director Penelope Spheeris
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Part of the The Decline of Western Civilization Collection
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An 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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