DVD
The decline of western civilization. Part II, The metal years
Languages
In English, with optional English subtitles.
Performers
Alice Cooper, Ozzy Osbourne, Poison, Aerosmith, Kiss, Motorhead, Megadeth, Faster Pussycat, Lizzy Borden, London, Odin, Seduce.
Publication Information
Los Angeles, CA : Shout! Factory, [2015]
Physical Description
1 videodisc (93 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Audience
MPAA rating: R.
Added Uniform Title
Sequel to: Decline of western civilization (Motion picture)
Sequel: Decline of western civilization. Part III (Motion picture)
Summary
The second in Penelope Spheeris' trilogy, The Metal Years takes a fast-paced look at the outrageous Heavy Metal scene of the late '80s. Set in Los Angeles, the film explores fascinating portraits of struggling musicians, fans and star-struck groupies.
Notes
Director of photography, Jeff Zimmerman ; editor, Earl Ghaffari.
This edition issued as part of the 2015 set The decline of western civilization collection.
Originally produced as a documentary in 1988.
Special features: New 2K scan of the original film ; Tawn Mastrey interviews Penelope Spheeris ; never-before-seen footage and interviews ; audio commentary by Nadir D'Priest and Penelope Spheeris.