I LOVED your guys' discussion about Punk Rock. As long as you remain YOU, you ARE Punk Rock! 43:21 I know what you were thinking Randall... James Merendino, the writer/director of SLC Punk was really a part of the SLC punk scene in the mid 80's. He wrote the movie based on his experiences with some obvious exaggerations. I LOVE this movie. The soundtrack for me, was an eye opener to me as well. I was 16 when this came out. It turned me on to Dead Kennedys, Minor Threat, Fear and Generation X. Because of that movie, DK is still one of my favorite punk bands of all time.
Matthew Lillard was incredible in this movie, one of his best roles ever imo. And fun fact about Matthew Lillard, he's a massive dungeons and dragons fan lol and has played in a ton of campaigns here on youtube.
This movie accurately depicted the "urban legend" of what punks are/were, and that's even more important than the reality of the situation. Everybody *thinks* there's a guy from their town who got caught in the rain with a pocketful of acid and it soaked in and he never came back from the trip. Everybody knew a guy who looked like a straight-laced nerd, but rumour had it he'd been spotted at obscure punk shows. Everybody wondered what was up with that skinhead kid in gym class who refused to take off his suspenders (braces). SLC Punk illuminated the rumours that echoed around the halls of suburban high schools everywhere, and demonstrated the kind of outlaw fantasy that spurs kids to play dress-up and call themselves "punk" to this day.
Wow, I'm glad I found this! This is one of my favorite movies as well and informed alot of who I am. I really enjoyed all the points brought up and the stories told.
Another pretty good punk movie is gutterbug. Deals more on the homeless crusty kid aspects of it, down to the rich parents. I like it, pretty flushed out characters like slc punk. Real "I have totally met that dude" vibes throughout.
I think it comes down to where your scene was and who was in it. I was in Detroit in the late 90s / early 2000s and our punk scene was 1:1 like this movie in a lot of ways. Some of the personalities in the movie were a little over the top, but as far as how we lived and the attitudes of a lot of people they came pretty close. Lots of squatting, lots of illegal shows, lots of drugs, and a few deeply philosophical people who were frustrated with everyone else who was just along for the ride. The biggest difference is that the philosopher punks I knew were actually very well read, self-disciplined and highly intelligent. They were miles ahead of the sort of abstract ideas about rebellion Stevo had.
I believe Brandy's statement defends that punk revolves around an ideology, Anarchism was the main focus on Punk beliefs. Also adding that there's bands like Bad Religion, whom they have the logo in the van on the dashboard after they see Bobs dad, who don't "wear the costume" 41:16
@thepunkrockreview oh just saying that's like the whole point of her scene lol. That punk is more a state of mind and doesn't have to be a fashion statement. It too is my all time favorite movie. Walked with a friend to block buster when we were in 6th grade and I knew right then I was a walking depiction of Stevo (Lillard) 😂
We actually did Sid And Nancy on his channel recently, I'll get it uploaded early next week! I'll use my picks to focus on Punk and Horror movies and drop it on the channel as often as I can
The acid vials that opened while he ran through the sprinklers was crazy... Never an acid head did it a few times but was a heroin addict for a long time I think I got that movie when I was in 7th grade.. don't really remember it haven't seen it for years
Its definitely very cartoony punk. But I find its still enjoyable and entertaining. I feel its a bit of an exaggerated take on how some "punks" are, but I don't think it was meant to be taken very seriously anyway. But it gets real at moments like Bob's death, and how they got into punk rock, by listening to Generation X. Those were the realest moments for me.
@@thepunkrockreview you’re not giving it enough credit. Since movies hitherto have commenced with a cast list and a vast directory of credits, we are promptly jolted out of our seats when “Punks Dead: SLC Punk 2” ignores this convention and slides at once into its story. For introduction, there is only a stylized and atmospheric hint of background, of shut high gates and formidable fencing, and this formal difference seems revolutionary enough to establish Mr. Colson “MGK” Baker’s independence of the conventions. 🧐
One of the things that bugged me about this favorite movie (one of them) is the writer doesn't understand what anarchy/anarchism is in the political sense.
Sorry I missed this video. I rewatched this again last year because I remember loving it and it did NOT age well for me. Couldn't rewatch it, and I always hated the ending because it was such a downer and kind of a cop out. Never saw the sequel, shame on me
I LOVED your guys' discussion about Punk Rock. As long as you remain YOU, you ARE Punk Rock! 43:21 I know what you were thinking Randall... James Merendino, the writer/director of SLC Punk was really a part of the SLC punk scene in the mid 80's. He wrote the movie based on his experiences with some obvious exaggerations. I LOVE this movie. The soundtrack for me, was an eye opener to me as well. I was 16 when this came out. It turned me on to Dead Kennedys, Minor Threat, Fear and Generation X. Because of that movie, DK is still one of my favorite punk bands of all time.
It’s a bit of both. Decent portrayal in some instances and Hollywood in others. Cool soundtrack, and a fun movie over all.
100% agree
Matthew Lillard was incredible in this movie, one of his best roles ever imo. And fun fact about Matthew Lillard, he's a massive dungeons and dragons fan lol and has played in a ton of campaigns here on youtube.
I ❤️ Matthew Lillard! He's so rad
This movie accurately depicted the "urban legend" of what punks are/were, and that's even more important than the reality of the situation. Everybody *thinks* there's a guy from their town who got caught in the rain with a pocketful of acid and it soaked in and he never came back from the trip. Everybody knew a guy who looked like a straight-laced nerd, but rumour had it he'd been spotted at obscure punk shows. Everybody wondered what was up with that skinhead kid in gym class who refused to take off his suspenders (braces). SLC Punk illuminated the rumours that echoed around the halls of suburban high schools everywhere, and demonstrated the kind of outlaw fantasy that spurs kids to play dress-up and call themselves "punk" to this day.
Wow, I'm glad I found this! This is one of my favorite movies as well and informed alot of who I am. I really enjoyed all the points brought up and the stories told.
Thank you so much for watching!
Another pretty good punk movie is gutterbug. Deals more on the homeless crusty kid aspects of it, down to the rich parents. I like it, pretty flushed out characters like slc punk. Real "I have totally met that dude" vibes throughout.
I've never heard of that one, I'll have to check that one out soon!
Never watched slc punk before gonna watch right now lol
Ayyye! Lemme know what you think!
@@thepunkrockreview it was awesome dude matthew lillard is underrated af
I think it comes down to where your scene was and who was in it. I was in Detroit in the late 90s / early 2000s and our punk scene was 1:1 like this movie in a lot of ways. Some of the personalities in the movie were a little over the top, but as far as how we lived and the attitudes of a lot of people they came pretty close. Lots of squatting, lots of illegal shows, lots of drugs, and a few deeply philosophical people who were frustrated with everyone else who was just along for the ride. The biggest difference is that the philosopher punks I knew were actually very well read, self-disciplined and highly intelligent. They were miles ahead of the sort of abstract ideas about rebellion Stevo had.
To a degree, it was like that down here in Houston as well
I wish someone would make a movie about Leggs McNeil starting Punk Magazine.
Me too!
His Book Please kill me is amazing
I believe Brandy's statement defends that punk revolves around an ideology, Anarchism was the main focus on Punk beliefs. Also adding that there's bands like Bad Religion, whom they have the logo in the van on the dashboard after they see Bobs dad, who don't "wear the costume" 41:16
Ok? Not sure I understand what you're trying to point out... 😕
@thepunkrockreview oh just saying that's like the whole point of her scene lol. That punk is more a state of mind and doesn't have to be a fashion statement. It too is my all time favorite movie. Walked with a friend to block buster when we were in 6th grade and I knew right then I was a walking depiction of Stevo (Lillard) 😂
Is this gonna be an occasional thing? It would be cool to discuss Sid and Nancy at some point.
We actually did Sid And Nancy on his channel recently, I'll get it uploaded early next week! I'll use my picks to focus on Punk and Horror movies and drop it on the channel as often as I can
The acid vials that opened while he ran through the sprinklers was crazy... Never an acid head did it a few times but was a heroin addict for a long time I think I got that movie when I was in 7th grade.. don't really remember it haven't seen it for years
Oh man, it's cartoonish but a lot of fun
S.l.c punk rules
Lessgoooo!!!!
The pistols show on Hulu was better imo
Punk Rock MOVIE REVIEW! Start with the Decline of Western Civilization!
Then incorporate some of the other unknown ones (Live Freaky, Die Freaky!)
Oh, I'll definitely do this. Just gotta find the time, lol
Its definitely very cartoony punk. But I find its still enjoyable and entertaining. I feel its a bit of an exaggerated take on how some "punks" are, but I don't think it was meant to be taken very seriously anyway. But it gets real at moments like Bob's death, and how they got into punk rock, by listening to Generation X. Those were the realest moments for me.
Agreed!
I watched this movie at least 10 times
I love this movie so much!
The intro when he is at the mall, mad epic
How about a video on What We Do Is Secret?
That a movie?
Yes it's a movie about Darby Crash
This movie paved the way way for the cinematic masterpiece SLC punk 2 😂
Best punk movie of all time!
@@thepunkrockreview you’re not giving it enough credit. Since movies hitherto have commenced with a cast list and a vast directory of credits, we are promptly jolted out of our seats when “Punks Dead: SLC Punk 2” ignores this convention and slides at once into its story. For introduction, there is only a stylized and atmospheric hint of background, of shut high gates and formidable fencing, and this formal difference seems revolutionary enough to establish Mr. Colson “MGK” Baker’s independence of the conventions. 🧐
you were talking about a nic cage movie.. peep The Color Out Of Space- shits crazy man.
One of my favorite movies of all time! You seen Mandy, yet?
It's based on a comic book.
Wait, seriously?
One of the things that bugged me about this favorite movie (one of them) is the writer doesn't understand what anarchy/anarchism is in the political sense.
Do tell! I personally think Anarchism is the dumbest thing I've ever heard of, but maybe my understanding of it is inaccurate....
Hard core logo. Need to check out that movie. So good Quintin Tarantino bought the rights to rerelease it on dvd. Best punk movie I ever seen.
The movie is called HARD CORE LOGO?
@@thepunkrockreview yup Canadian movie about a punk band reuniting for one last cross Canada tour.
Sorry I missed this video. I rewatched this again last year because I remember loving it and it did NOT age well for me. Couldn't rewatch it, and I always hated the ending because it was such a downer and kind of a cop out. Never saw the sequel, shame on me
Sequel sucks, but I love this movie
@@thepunkrockreview I remember being so excited hearing about the sequel. Never got around to seeing it when it came out, and still haven’t. Lol
I would pair this movie with Jubilee directed by Derek Jarman. They are both kind of surreal.
Not familiar with that one, I'll have to take a look at it
@@thepunkrockreview It's really good.
Hollywood cartoon.
To a degree, yeah.