Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk (2012)

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From the beginning, LA punk band the Circle Jerks were rooted in controversy. Formed by ex members of Black Flag and Red Cross (now Redd Kross) in late 1979, the band came to encapsulate the image, sound and energy of California Hardcore Punk. Filmmaker David Markey (1991: The Year Punk Broke, The Slog Movie) mixes in-depth interviews, rare live footage and historical perspective to illustrate the story of one of the most influential bands in the American underground. My Career as a Jerk follows the band from their early days and classic debut to navigating the independent label and touring scene of the 80s to the addictions, fights and injuries that forced their break up. Of course the story doesn't quite end there.

Director: David Markey
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 96 min
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Cast

Editing: David Markey
Production: We Got Power Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $10,000
Original Language: en

Keywords

punk rock, hardcore punk

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk about?
From the beginning, LA punk band the Circle Jerks were rooted in controversy. Formed by ex members of Black Flag and Red Cross (now Redd Kross) in late 1979, the band came to encapsulate the image, sound and energy of California Hardcore Punk. Filmmaker David Markey (1991: The Year Punk Broke, The Slog Movie) mixes in-depth interviews, rare live footage and historical perspective to illustrate the story of one of the most influential bands in the American underground. My Career as a Jerk follows the band from their early days and classic debut to navigating the independent label and touring scene of the 80s to the addictions, fights and injuries that forced their break up. Of course the story doesn't quite end there.
Who directed Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk?
Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk was directed by David Markey.
Who stars in Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk?
Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk stars Greg Hetson, Lucky Lehrer, Keith Morris, Henry Rollins, Zander Schloss.
How long is Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk?
Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
What genre is Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk?
Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk?
Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk had a budget of $10,000.
Where was Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk produced?
Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk was produced in United States of America.