Debt Begins at 20
Originally released in 1980. Debt Begins at 20 is a documentary/music film. directed by Stephanie Beroes. At just 38 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
With music by The Cardboards, The Shakes, Hans Brinker and The Dykes. By combining semi-fictionalized and documentary material, this film is as definitive a record of the Pittsburgh punk scene during its nascent underground as anyone could hope for. Beroes' band footage is radical departure from the gimmickry of stereotyped rock band documentary in its use of pans and slow dollys, capturing small glimpses of the musicians at work that a 'PR' film would have avoided at all costs. The cinematography demands a reconsideration of the rock band documentary's hoary technical vocabulary. From the time this film was made changes have already taken place in Pittsburgh punk-dom as the bands have moved from an insular salon society to more 'legitimate' venues. Some say things are better than ever, others mourn the passing of Pittsburgh punk's innocence. Beroes in Debt Begins at 20 has produced not only entertainment, but also a small and very precious time capsule.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 13, 1980
46 years ago
Runtime
0h 38m
38 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Debt Begins at 20 about?
With music by The Cardboards, The Shakes, Hans Brinker and The Dykes. By combining semi-fictionalized and documentary material, this film is as definitive a record of the Pittsburgh punk scene duri...
Who directed Debt Begins at 20?
Debt Begins at 20 was directed by Stephanie Beroes.
How long is Debt Begins at 20?
Debt Begins at 20 has a runtime of 0 hours and 38 minutes (38 minutes total).
When was Debt Begins at 20 released?
Debt Begins at 20 was released on January 13, 1980 in theaters.