Dope, Hookers and Pavement (2020)

A lively and unfiltered account of the early days of the Detroit hardcore punk scene.

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"Dope, Hookers and Pavement" is a lively and unfiltered account of the early days of the Detroit hardcore punk scene, circa 1981-82, in the notorious Cass Corridor, arguably one of the worst neighbourhoods in the city at the time. Featuring over 70 in-depth interviews — including John Brannon (Negative Approach), Tesco Vee (Meatmen, Touch and Go), Ian MacKaye (Minor Threat, Dischord Records), pro skater Bill Danforth, scene kids, and members of the Necros, The Fix, Violent Apathy and Bored Youth — and never-before-seen Super8 footage of the Freezer, "Dope, Hookers and Pavement" is both hilarious and reflective, and an overdue record of a nearly invisible but magic little moment in the long history of Detroit rock'n'roll.

Director: Otto Buj
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 113 min
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Editing: Otto Buj
Production: Ottomule Fil Mproduktion
Country: Canada
Language: English
Budget: $120,000
Original Language: en

Keywords

punk rock, detroit, michigan, music scene, underground music, hardcore punk

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dope, Hookers and Pavement about?
"Dope, Hookers and Pavement" is a lively and unfiltered account of the early days of the Detroit hardcore punk scene, circa 1981-82, in the notorious Cass Corridor, arguably one of the worst neighbourhoods in the city at the time. Featuring over 70 in-depth interviews — including John Brannon (Negative Approach), Tesco Vee (Meatmen, Touch and Go), Ian MacKaye (Minor Threat, Dischord Records), pro skater Bill Danforth, scene kids, and members of the Necros, The Fix, Violent Apathy and Bored Youth — and never-before-seen Super8 footage of the Freezer, "Dope, Hookers and Pavement" is both hilarious and reflective, and an overdue record of a nearly invisible but magic little moment in the long history of Detroit rock'n'roll.
Who directed Dope, Hookers and Pavement?
Dope, Hookers and Pavement was directed by Otto Buj.
Who stars in Dope, Hookers and Pavement?
Dope, Hookers and Pavement stars John Brannon, Ian MacKaye, Rob Michaels, Corey Rusk, Tesco Vee, Bill Danforth.
How long is Dope, Hookers and Pavement?
Dope, Hookers and Pavement has a runtime of 1h 53m (113 minutes).
What genre is Dope, Hookers and Pavement?
Dope, Hookers and Pavement is a Documentary, Music film.
What is the budget of Dope, Hookers and Pavement?
Dope, Hookers and Pavement had a budget of $120,000.
Where was Dope, Hookers and Pavement produced?
Dope, Hookers and Pavement was produced in Canada.