Shellshock Rock (1979)

  • NR
  • 01/01/1979 (US)
  • Music, Documentary
  • 48m

An alternative blast from the past

Overview

John T. Davis’ first in a trilogy of films (including Protex Hurrah (1980) and Self-Conscious Over You (1981)) exploring the Belfast filmmaker’s local subculture and American cultural influence. It provides a look at the burgeoning punk scene in Northern Ireland, featuring early footage of bands such as Stiff Little Fingers, The Undertones, Protex, The Outcasts, and Rhesus Negative, among others. (from: http://artistsspace.org/programs/shellshock-rock/)

John T. Davis

Director

Cast

Jake Burns's headshot

Jake Burns

Himself (as Stiff Little Fingers)
Henry Cluney's headshot

Henry Cluney

Himself (as Stiff Little Fingers)
Brian Faloon's headshot

Brian Faloon

Himself (as Stiff Little Fingers)
Ali McMordie's headshot

Ali McMordie

Himself (as Stiff Little Fingers)
Terri Hooley's headshot

Terri Hooley

Himself (as Terry Hooley)

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