Punk Singer
November 2013
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Bruce Ingram
It's the music, though, including a wealth of galvanic performance footage from the Bikinis, particularly, that really makes this worth seeing. It's killer stuff indeed.
Stephanie Merry
The way Hanna burst onto the scene is just as interesting as how she faded from it.
J. R. Jones
The movie succeeds as a punk chronicle by focusing on a true believer who was lionized by many but who turned out to be only human.
Jeff Albertson
"The Punk Singer" is a revealing look at Hanna's life, who throughout the film is willing to speak out about her struggles and triumphs in an open and honest way.
Ty Burr
Where are the riot-grrrls of today? Take your daughters to the movie, then ask them.
Ella Taylor
At its best, The Punk Singer tells the story of one pivotal life in a whole movement.
Critic reviews
Bruce Ingram
It's the music, though, including a wealth of galvanic performance footage from the Bikinis, particularly, that really makes this worth seeing. It's killer stuff indeed.
Stephanie Merry
The way Hanna burst onto the scene is just as interesting as how she faded from it.
J. R. Jones
The movie succeeds as a punk chronicle by focusing on a true believer who was lionized by many but who turned out to be only human.
Jeff Albertson
"The Punk Singer" is a revealing look at Hanna's life, who throughout the film is willing to speak out about her struggles and triumphs in an open and honest way.
Ty Burr
Where are the riot-grrrls of today? Take your daughters to the movie, then ask them.
Ella Taylor
At its best, The Punk Singer tells the story of one pivotal life in a whole movement.
Andrew O'Hehir
Extensive interviews with Hanna then and now are included, along with band mates, friends, mentors and several different critics and journalists.
Cast and credits
Actors | Kathleen Hanna, Adam Horovitz, Tobi Vail, Kathi Wilcox, Johanna Fateman, Kim Gordon, Carrie Brownstein, JD Samson, Corin Tucker, Joan Jett |
Producers | Tamra Davis, Gwen Bialic, Rachel Dengiz, Erin Owens, Alan Oxman |
Director | Sini Anderson |
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Rental period
Start within 30 days, finish within 48 hours.
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Run time
81 minutes
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