The Damned: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead (2015)

From the visionary lens of Wes Orshoski, co-director/producer of 'Lemmy', emerges 'The Damned: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead', an all-access journey into the heart of punk's unsung trailblazers. The Damned, the triumphant vanguard of the UK punk scene, were the first to release a single, an album, and to conquer America's shores. This groundbreaking documentary simultaneously paints a vibrant portrait of the band's tumultuous history and its indelible impact on the music landscape. Illuminated by appearances from rock royalty like Chrissie Hynde, Mick Jones, Lemmy, and members of iconic bands such as Pink Floyd, Black Flag, Guns N Roses, and the Sex Pistols, the film weaves an intricate, global tale. Shot across the globe over three years, this epic narrative encapsulates the band's 35th anniversary, the individual journeys of estranged former members, their solo anniversary tours, and their personal battles with cancer. At its core, the film intimately explores the lives and legacies of Damned founders Rat Scabies, Dave Vanian, Captain Sensible, and Brian James. It's a story of defiance, endurance, and authenticity, set against a backdrop of vampiric absurdism, psychedelic energy, and gnarled originality. Despite the lineup changes, breakups, and reformations, The Damned has not only survived but thrived, becoming a beacon of influence for countless artists in their wake. 'The Damned: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead' is anything but a traditional rock doc. It's a testament to the undying spirit of punk, a tribute to a band that defied categorization, and a journey into the heart of music history's most defiant, adored, and criminally ignored act. It's a story that's not about the Clash or the Sex Pistols, but about the band that started it all: The Damned.

The Damned: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead is a documentary movie featuring Dave Vanian and directed by Wes Orshoski.

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