The Decline of Western Civilization (1981)

"See it in a theater.... where you can't get hurt."
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71
The Decline of Western Civilization
StarringEugene TatuAlice BagClaude Bessy
DirectorPenelope Spheeris
WriterPenelope Spheeris
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NR 1 hr 40 minJul 1st, 1981Documentary, MusicThe Decline of Western Civilization Collection PosterPart of The Decline of Western Civilization Collection
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Plot
The Los Angeles punk music scene circa 1980 is the focus of this film. With Alice Bag Band, Black Flag, Catholic Discipline, Circle Jerks, Fear, Germs, and X.

The Decline of Western Civilization Movies

A trilogy by Spheeris depicting life in Los Angeles at various points.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:July 1st, 1981
Movie Budget:$100,000
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Jeff Prettyman, Gordon Brown
Production Companies:Spheeris Films Inc.
woman directorinterviewlos angeles, californiapunk rocklive musicpunk bandself-destructionsubculturenihilismunderground music