Cast: Richard Hell

Direction Susan Seidelman

Cast Susan Berman · Brad Rijn · Richard Hell · Nada Despotovich

Synopsis Smithereens (1982) follows the journey of a rebellious and prickly young woman who turns down the romantic advances of a tender-hearted portrait artist. Instead, she pursues punk musicians in a misguided quest for stardom and wealth in the vibrant yet...

Direction Rachel Amodeo

Cast Rachel Amodeo · Judy Carne · Gregory Corso · Richard Edson

Synopsis What About Me (1993) follows the journey of a young woman who finds herself without a home, navigating the challenges and harsh realities of life on the streets of New York City.

Direction Henry Corra

Cast Gloria Gaynor · Tommy Ramone · Sid Vicious · Geraldo Rivera

Synopsis NY77: The Coolest Year in Hell (TV) (2007) delves into the tumultuous yet vibrant year of 1977 in New York City, a period marked by urban decay, economic struggles, and social unrest. Despite the challenges, including a citywide blackout, a...

Direction Maggi Carson · Juliusz Kossakowski · Ric Shore

Cast Stiv Bators · Richard Hell · Lydia Lunch · Dee Dee Ramone

Synopsis Punking Out (1978) captures the nascent punk rock movement in New York City, focusing on the iconic CBGB nightclub and the vibrant lifestyle that surrounded it. The documentary offers an unfiltered glimpse into the attitudes and motivations driving the punk...

Direction Philip Hartman

Cast David Brisbin · Anne D'Agnillo · Luis Guzmán · Ryan Cutrona

Synopsis No Picnic (1987) is a low-budget, independent film helmed by a debutant director and the co-owner of a renowned New York City music venue, The Great Jones Cafe. The narrative follows a young aspirant as he navigates the challenging music...

Direction Christoph Dreher

Cast Richard Hell · Jim Jarmusch · Lenny Kaye · Patti Smith

Synopsis The House of the Rising Punk (TV) (1998) is a captivating documentary crafted by director Christoph Dreher. Initially aired on German television in 1998, this film features notable figures such as Lenny Kaye, Patti Smith, Richard Hell, and Tom Verlaine,...

Direction Ulli Lommel

Cast Carole Bouquet · Richard Hell · Ulli Lommel · Suzanna Love

Synopsis Blank Generation (1980) follows the story of Nada, a charming French journalist who travels to New York City for a professional assignment. Her mission is to document the life and artistic journey of an emerging punk rock sensation, Billy. As...

Direction Angélique Bosio

Cast Joe Coleman · Richard Hell · Richard Kern · Bruce La Bruce

Synopsis Llik Your Idols (2007) delves into the vibrant and chaotic New York underground scene of the 1980s, immersing viewers in a captivating, anarchic, and often unsettling world that leaves a lasting impression. The documentary explores the raw energy and rebellious...