
You Weren't There: A History of Chicago Punk 1977–1984
Overview
Often overshadowed by the stars of the New York scene, Chicago punk gets its day in the limelight in this raw documentary that captures the noisemakers and tastemakers who left their mark at venues like La Mere Vipere and Oz.
Top Cast

Steve Albini
Self
Vic Bondi
Self
Jeff Pezzati
Self
John Kezdy
Self
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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