GG Allin: Live and Pissed
GG Allin: Live and Pissed

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GG Allin: Live and Pissed

1995
Movie
63 min
English

With his startlingly outrageous behavior, GG Allin became one of the most infamous performers in the history of rock and roll. GG Allin: Live & Pissed 1988 contains a collection of live performances, television appearances, and interviews that pain a full portrait of the controversial singer. The DVD release of the documentary contains a San Francisco concert appearance.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Donal L. SmithGenres: Documentary, Concert Film

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the infamous live performances and controversial life of punk rock legend GG Allin. It features raw footage of his notoriously chaotic concerts, interviews, and a look into his nihilistic philosophy. The film captures the visceral energy and shock value that defined Allin's career.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focusing on a highly controversial figure, 'Live and Pissed' received mixed to negative reviews, often highlighting its graphic content and lack of objective analysis. However, it is considered essential viewing for fans interested in the extreme fringes of punk rock and performance art. Critical discussion often centered on Allin's intentional provocation and the documentary's unfiltered presentation of it.

What Reviewers Say

  • Explores the extreme and shocking live performances of GG Allin.

  • A raw and often disturbing look at punk rock's most controversial figure.

  • Documentary captures the chaotic energy and nihilistic message of Allin.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific documentary is not readily available, but discussions often focus on the extreme nature of GG Allin's performances and personality.

Fun Fact

The documentary was released posthumously, as GG Allin died of a drug overdose in June 1993, two years before the film's release.

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