Movie: Shellshock Rock

Top 5 Billed Cast

Jake Burns
Jake Burns

Himself (as Stiff Little Fingers)

Henry Cluney
Henry Cluney

Himself (as Stiff Little Fingers)

Brian Faloon
Brian Faloon

Himself (as Stiff Little Fingers)

Ali McMordie
Ali McMordie

Himself (as Stiff Little Fingers)

Terri Hooley
Terri Hooley

Himself (as Terry Hooley)

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    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/)

  • Release Date

    1979-01-01

  • Average

    5

  • Rating:

    2.5 starts
  • Tagline

    An alternative blast from the past

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  • Languages:

    English
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