Local Band (2023)

A punk rock movie about punk rock.

Local Band (2023) poster

Lyla Riley is in a punk band -- Minor Illusion. They suck. Regardless, she perseveres with her best friend Rob on guitar, numbskull drummer Sean and showboat bassist Pete. Minor Illusion's pathetic existence vexes Lyla's older sister Stephanie, a former punk turned 9-to-5 suit. Through lineup changes, borrowed cash, shitty gigs and drunken nights, Lyla and the band journey through the perils of Chicago's DIY music scene to get their shot at adequacy.

Director: Dan Stewart
Genre: Comedy, Music, Drama
Runtime: 77 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Jeffrey Gabriel Silva
Editing: Dan Stewart
Production: Triplefour Films, Local Mentality
Language: English
Budget: $12,000
Original Language: en

Themes

Indie Bands and the Breakthrough Moment, Rock 'n' Roll and the Sound of Rebellion, Rock Music and Stage, Punk Culture and DIY Movement, Musician Biographies

Keywords

chicago, illinois, punk rock, rock band, indie rock, band

Trailer

Local Band Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Local Band about?
Lyla Riley is in a punk band -- Minor Illusion. They suck. Regardless, she perseveres with her best friend Rob on guitar, numbskull drummer Sean and showboat bassist Pete. Minor Illusion's pathetic existence vexes Lyla's older sister Stephanie, a former punk turned 9-to-5 suit. Through lineup changes, borrowed cash, shitty gigs and drunken nights, Lyla and the band journey through the perils of Chicago's DIY music scene to get their shot at adequacy.
Who directed Local Band?
Local Band was directed by Dan Stewart.
Who stars in Local Band?
Local Band stars Isa Martinez, Meredith Johnston, Nick Wandersee, Nat Scholl, Nicole Cochary, Josh Kayne.
How long is Local Band?
Local Band has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
What genre is Local Band?
Local Band is a Comedy, Music, Drama film.
What is the budget of Local Band?
Local Band had a budget of $12,000.
What are the themes of Local Band?
The themes of Local Band include: Indie Bands and the Breakthrough Moment, Rock 'n' Roll and the Sound of Rebellion, Rock Music and Stage, Punk Culture and DIY Movement, Musician Biographies.