Another State of Mind
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Movie Reviews of Another State of Mind
Movie Review: Definately not MTV...right?
Summary: 5 Stars
In Another State of Mind, we follow two fledgling LA punk bands, Youth Brigade and Social Distortion, on a tour accross the United States, as they leave a wave of destruction and cacophony in their wake.
This nostalgic throwback to youthful rebellion and hapless advocacy of the DIY ethic is quite contrary to what one might expect from current punk rock phenoms like Good Charlotte and Canadian pop-punkers Sum-41. Although, despite their best efforts(shooting in both 16mm and video), the deft editing and high production values are quite obvious.
Adam Small and Peter Stuart, whose mission was to prove to the masses that punk rockers were more than "mindless morons," produce a high quality film, with most of the focus on the relationships of the band members and the ensuing drama within the tour. Mike Ness and Shawn Stern, from Distortion and Brigade respectively, are often taken aside for "Real World"-esque interviews, exposing the seedy underbelly of the seedy underbelly that is punk rock.
As much as I enjoyed this film, one can't help but walk away wondering if a documentary of this quality and focus holds true to the cornerstones of punk rock: angst, violence, and the DIY ethic. It's ironic that Mike, Shawn, and the members of DC band Minor Threat devote their lives advocating these laurels, yet they participate in this new age project aiming to cut them off at the knees, exposing the drama of the softer, sweeter side of punk rock. If that's not MTV, I don't know what is.
Road Rules has never sounded better.
Movie Review: GREAT! A must for any Social D fan
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great look at the ideals of kids involved in the punk scene in the early 80's.
The Youth Brigade, Social Distortion, they worked pretty hard, traveling on a school bus that breaks down constantly, going hungry after not getting paid for their gigs.
I had a new respect for these bands. I look at Mike Ness with new eyes, which is funny since I have been a fan for a long time.
He is so young and open in his interviews, admitting to things like...watching General Hospital. You also see him actually putting together the song Another State of Mind.
He is so young and practically tattoo free, and this video gave me a taste of how they all paid their dues, and he is still doing it. He is still out there making great music.
Funny and poignant, this is a must have!
I'm glad I bought it...
Movie Review: Amazing footage, real punks
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie isn't really about Social Distortion or Minor Threat or Youth Brigade. It really focuses in on punks in 82, the punk revival I suppose though it seemed prominent at that time compared to now where it is non existent. It is apparent to me in this film that that whole emo thing has been done before and, only better when it really was punk. These kids, well people, who are my age disturb me to the core thinking they are original wearing eyeliner and tight jeans. Well it used to be punk now it is just sad. I may be ranting but I loved this movie as it is raw and touching and the cinematography is amazing in itself. The image of the whole group pushing the bus is amazing. I just bought this and plan to treasure it, it's a shame more people don't know about this mind blowing documentary. It's better than DIG or the Ramones documentary.Movie Review: Sit Back & Reminisce
Summary: 5 Stars
Although I have never been around the country, toured, etc. I found that seeing the people on Another State of Mind was a lot like hanging out with my friends. I found myself laughing and smiling to myself a lot, remembering friends I have had who were similar to the people on this film.
I have heard people say Another State of Mind is pointless and/or slow, but I think that works for it. If you've ever been in a situation even similar to that, things don't happen quick and a lot of things happen during the journey and you don't always reach your destination.
When I want to be a kid again, this is one of the dvds I pop in. Plus Mike Ness is SO adorable on this film!
Movie Review: It's about time!
Summary: 5 Stars
Having already owning "Another State Of Mind" on VHS, the only reason I bought the DVD was to hear the commentaries.
The Mike Ness/Joe Escalante commentary is pretty funny even though Mike can' really remember much, but the Stern Brothers commentary is excellent.
They point out all the fake parts of the film and the wrong locations.
I haven't listened to the filmakers yet.
It's such a shame that they shot so much footage, yet this is all of the extra features we get.
Oh well, it's still a classic.
I wish the Decline Of Civilization would hurry up and be released!