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David Markey

David Markey (born December 3, 1963 in Burbank, California) is an American film director. As a self-taught filmmaker and musician, Markey directed, produced, edited, and photographed most of his films, the majority of which has been self-funded and distributed. His work documents the punk scene in Southern California throughout the 1980s and 19... more

David Markey (born December 3, 1963 in Burbank, California) is an American film director. As a self-taught filmmaker and musician, Markey directed, produced, edited, and photographed most of his films, the majority of which has been self-funded and distributed. His work documents the punk scene in Southern California throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Markey has worked with Sonic Youth, Nirvana, Mudhoney, Redd Kross, Circle Jerks, The Ramones, Black Flag and the Meat Puppets.

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1991: The Year Punk Broke
(1992)
Documentary, Music
David Markey's documentary of life on the road with Sonic Youth and Nirvana during their tour of Europe in late 1991. Also featuring live performances by Dinosaur Jr, Babes in Toyland, The Ramones and Gumball.
Runtime:
99 min
Director:
David Markey
Cast:
Mark Arm, Babes In Toyland, Lori Barbero, Kat Bjelland, Nic Close
7.5
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The Reinactors
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The Reinactors
(2008)
Documentary
A hilarious and oddly moving look at the exploits of celebrity look-a-likes and film character performers on Hollywood boulevard over the span of a year.
Director:
David Markey
7.0
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Desperate Teenage Lovedolls
(1984)
Comedy, Drama, Music
Two girls rediscover their love for playing rock, find a drummer and begin practicing. When one of their mothers intervenes, they run away from home and are forced to fend for themselves on the streets against gangs and rival bands. Soon they are discovered and taken under the wing of rock manager Johnny Tremaine (played by Steven McDo...
Runtime:
60 min
Director:
David Markey
6.3
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The Slog Movie
(1982)
Documentary, Music
A raw and unparalleled DIY documentary about the West Coast Punk scene made by a group of young fans/filmmakers about the bands they loved.
Runtime:
59 min
Director:
David Markey
8.4
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Lovedolls Superstar
(1986)
An all-girl punk band forms a religious cult.
Runtime:
80 min
Director:
David Markey
Cast:
Steve McDonald, Victoria Peterson, Jello Biafra
7.3
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Goo
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Goo
(1991)
Music
In 1991, a long-form music video version of Goo was released on VHS and LaserDisc. A music video for each song from the album was included; the track listing was identical to that of the original album.
Runtime:
49 min
8.4
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Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk
(2012)
Documentary
From the beginning, LA punk band the Circle Jerks were rooted in controversy. Formed by ex members of Black Flag and Red Cross (now Redd Kross) in late 1979, the band came to encapsulate the image, sound and energy of California Hardcore Punk. Filmmaker David Markey (1991: The Year Punk Broke, The Slog Movie) mixes in-depth interviews,...
Runtime:
96 min
Director:
David Markey
7.4
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Reality 86'd
(1991)
Documentary, Music
Three bands and crew (a combined total of 13 individuals), 2 Dodge Ram extended cab vans, one equipment truck, one PA system traverse the continental US for six months. A road documentary shot from the inside of the last Black Flag tour ever (the 1986 “In My Head” US tour.) Featuring behind the scenes proceedings and live performances ...
Runtime:
63 min
7.5
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Cut Shorts
(2006)
Documentary, Music
A collection of short films and music videos from independent filmmaker David Markey, from 1974 to 2004.
Runtime:
90 min
Director:
David Markey
Cast:
Sofia Coppola, Kim Gordon, Thurston Moore
8.0
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Dinosaur Jr: Bug Live at 930 Club
(2012)
Music
Through an online contest, six fans were selected to film Dinosaur Jr. performing Bug in its entirety at the 9:30 Club in Washington, DC in June 2011. Under the awesome direction of Dave Markey (The Year Punk Broke), “In the Hands of the Fans” brings the fans closer to the band and the music closer to you.
Runtime:
60 min
Director:
David Markey
Cast:
J. Mascis, Lou Barlow, Murph
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