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The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years

The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jun 17, 1988

Runtime

1h 33m

Genres

Documentary, Music

User Score

68%

Original Title

The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years

Production Companies

I.R.S. World Media

Director

Penelope Spheeris

Description

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..