Movie·2023·1h 36m
We Were Famous, You Don't Remember: The Embarrassment
Ignited by punk’s invasion of the Great Plains, America’s gawkiest and greatest lost rock band battles conformity in Reagan-era Kansas.
Directed By
Daniel Fetherston
Country
United States of America
Language
English
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The Story
Formed in 1979 in Wichita, Kansas, the so-called "blister pop" band the Embarrassment played major U.S. cities and garnered praise from the likes of Allen Ginsberg, John Cale and Jonathan Demme, but their refusal to compromise their vision made success elusive. Through archival interviews and concert footage, this documentary draws a portrait of the oft-overlooked post-punk legends.
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Cast
Bill Goffrier
Himself
Brent "Woody" Giessmann
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John Nichols
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Ron Klaus
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Evan Dando
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Grant Hart
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Freedy Johnston
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Thomas Frank
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