Hammerfall: The Templars of Heavy Metal
Hammerfall: The Templars of Heavy Metal

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Hammerfall: The Templars of Heavy Metal

1999
Movie
82 min
English

Originally released on VHS and later on DVD, The Templars of Heavy Metal is about the Power Metal band HammerFall. This was their first video ever released. The video is about the debuts of the band and is primarily focused on their first album "Glory to the Brave". It was later re-released on DVD on February 2, 2000, with the new title "The First Crusade". Setlist: "Introduction", "Steel Meets Steel (1st Live Show)", "Glory to the Brave (Clip 1)", "HammerFall", "Introducing: Magnus Rosen", "Steel Meets Steel (Live)", "Glory to the Brave (Clip 2)", "The Making of Glory to the Brave", "Ravenlord" (Stormwitch cover – Live), "The Metal Age (Live)", "Nominated for the Swedish Grammy Award", "Stone Cold (Live)", "Listening Session", "German TV Advertisement", "Release Party for Legacy of Kings", "Head over Heels" (Accept cover), "Balls to the Wall" (Accept cover), "Breaking the Law" (Judas Priest cover), "Outtakes and Sign Off"

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IMDb7.5/10
Director: Olle JohanssonGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the rise of the Swedish power metal band HammerFall, focusing on their early years and their journey to establish themselves in the heavy metal scene. It delves into the band's formation, their musical influences, and the challenges they faced as they worked towards their breakthrough. The film provides an inside look at the passion and dedication required to succeed in the music industry.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focused on a specific band's early history, "Hammerfall: The Templars of Heavy Metal" was primarily received by fans of the band and the power metal genre. It's often praised for its candid portrayal of the band's struggles and triumphs, offering valuable insight into their creative process and the dynamics within the group. While not widely reviewed by mainstream critics, it holds a strong positive sentiment among its target audience for its authenticity and engaging narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers an intimate look into the early days of HammerFall.

  • Appreciated for its detailed account of the band's formation and challenges.

  • A must-watch for dedicated HammerFall fans seeking behind-the-scenes content.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this documentary is not readily available. However, within fan communities, it is generally viewed as a comprehensive and engaging look at the band's origins.

Fun Fact

The documentary prominently features interviews with various established metal musicians who were influenced by or supportive of HammerFall's early endeavors, including figures like Glenn Hughes and Udo Dirkschneider.

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