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Hype!

November 8, 1996 1h 24m 7.4/10 (56 votes)

Originally released in 1996. Hype! is a documentary/music film. directed by Doug Pray. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jeff Ament, Mark Arm, and Kurt Cobain

Synopsis

This documentary examines the Seattle scene as it became the focus of a merging of punk rock, heavy metal, and innovation. Building from the grass roots, self-promoted and self-recorded until break-out success of bands like Nirvana brought the record industry to the Pacific Northwest, a phenomenon was born.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 8, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 1h 24m 84 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (56 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Helvey-Pray Production

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hype! about?

This documentary examines the Seattle scene as it became the focus of a merging of punk rock, heavy metal, and innovation. Building from the grass roots, self-promoted and self-recorded until break...

Who directed Hype!?

Hype! was directed by Doug Pray.

How long is Hype!?

Hype! has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).

When was Hype! released?

Hype! was released on November 8, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hype!?

The main cast of Hype! includes Jeff Ament, Mark Arm, Kurt Cobain, Chris Cornell, Dale Crover.