The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico (2015)
Heavy metal thrives in the least expected places...
This documentary explores the development and survival of a small, yet highly active, metal scene in the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico. Heavy metal music seems completely out of place in this setting when examined in the context of the island’s culture and history. Still, a local metal scene has existed during the past 30 years despite the challenges faced, and continues to thrive. How have they done it? That is what the film explores by focusing on the role of their strong communal ties that help them critically assess questions related to national identity, language, colonial politics, religion, gender, social transgression, and survival. You will never see the Caribbean in the same way...
Cast
- Kadriel Betsen - Himself
- Rafael Bracero - Himself
- Jose Blondet - Himself
- Michelle Cordero - Herself
- José Correa - Himself
- Unguel Cruz - Himself
- Ionex Cruz - Himself
- John Dones - Himself
- Jeyka Laborde - Herself
- David McCloskey - Himself
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico about?
- This documentary explores the development and survival of a small, yet highly active, metal scene in the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico. Heavy metal music seems completely out of place in this setting when examined in the context of the island’s culture and history. Still, a local metal scene has existed during the past 30 years despite the challenges faced, and continues to thrive. How have they done it? That is what the film explores by focusing on the role of their strong communal ties that help them critically assess questions related to national identity, language, colonial politics, religion, gender, social transgression, and survival. You will never see the Caribbean in the same way...
- Who directed The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico?
- The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico was directed by Osvaldo González Sepúlveda.
- Who stars in The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico?
- The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico stars Kadriel Betsen, Rafael Bracero, Jose Blondet, Michelle Cordero, José Correa, Unguel Cruz.
- How long is The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico?
- The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico has a runtime of 1h 57m (117 minutes).
- What genre is The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico?
- The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico is a Documentary, Music film.
- Where was The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico produced?
- The Distorted Island: Heavy Metal and Community in Puerto Rico was produced in Puerto Rico.