Fresh
It's the music, though, including a wealth of galvanic performance footage from the Bikinis, particularly, that really makes this worth seeing. It's killer stuff indeed.
Bruce Ingram, Chicago Sun-Times
The Punk Singer
2013 · 1h 20m · NOT RATED
Documentary, Music
Directed by
Sini Anderson
Overview
A look at the life of activist, musician, and cultural icon Kathleen Hanna, who formed the punk band Bikini Kill and pioneered the "riot grrrl" movement of the 1990s.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
90%
Tomatometer
Fresh
The way Hanna burst onto the scene is just as interesting as how she faded from it.
Stephanie Merry, Washington Post
Fresh
The movie succeeds as a punk chronicle by focusing on a true believer who was lionized by many but who turned out to be only human.
J. R. Jones, Chicago Reader
Fresh
"The Punk Singer" is a revealing look at Hanna's life, who throughout the film is willing to speak out about her struggles and triumphs in an open and honest way.
Jeff Albertson, Seattle Times
Fresh
Where are the riot-grrrls of today? Take your daughters to the movie, then ask them.
Ty Burr, Boston Globe
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