Punk the Capital - Film screening and discussion

With filmmakers James June Schneider and Paul Bishow

When punk rock erupted in Washington DC, it was a mighty convergence of powerful music, friendships, and clear minds. Punk the Capital situates DC punk in the larger history of the era.

Film screening and discussion with the makers of Punk the Capital, James June Schneider and Paul Bishow.

When punk rock erupted in Washington DC, it was a mighty convergence of powerful music, friendships, and clear minds. This film is the first to explore the incredible challenges that this subculture faced when it took root in the Nation’s Capital in the late 1970’s. Punk the Capital situates DC punk within the larger narratives of rock n' roll, working as a powerful multi-layered story for both fans and non-fans of punk rock. Featuring musicians such as Bad Brains, Henry Rollins, and Ian MacKaye, this film dives deep into the ideas and sounds from this transformative music scene which continues to influence culturally and politically around the world.

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