MC5: A True Testimonial
πŸ“œ Overview: This documentary, made over a period of eight years, tells the remarkable story of an extremely influential rock'n'roll band. Starting from their mid-60's garage band roots (sounding amazingly like the Sonics), the Motor City 5 deveoped into an icon for a brand of loud, crushing music reflecting their industrial roots. Even if you don't care for their music (and you're bound to like even a few of their songs), their story is fascinating. It combines 60's protest, youthful braggadocio, and a style of music that would help carry one to the likes of Iggy and the Stooges (not to mention certain aspects of punk rock). This film is clearly a labor of love, combining extraordinarily rare live shows, still shots, a nearly-continuous backdrop of MC5 tunes, penetrating interviews with the remaining members and their spouses, and even FBI surveillance shots. It's the ultimate testimonial to a band that only gains in stature as time goes on.
🌏 Languages Available: English
πŸ“† Date Released: 2002-02-02
⌚ Running Time: 120 mins
⭐ Vote Average: 7.5

Beloved Cast

Rob Tyner original image
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Rob Tyner
Wayne Kramer original image
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Wayne Kramer
Fred 'Sonic' Smith original image
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Fred 'Sonic' Smith
Michael Davis original image
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Michael Davis
Dennis Thompson original image
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Dennis Thompson
John Sinclair original image
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John Sinclair

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