Warriors of the Discotheque
Warriors of the Discotheque

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Warriors of the Discotheque

2015
Movie
91 min
English

The place is the notorious Starck Club (so called because it was the first major project designed by Philippe Starck in the US.) The Starck Club opened in Dallas in 1984 and not long after hosted the 1984 national Republican Convention. Ironically, it was actually legal to buy MDMA aka ecstasy there, people would put it on their credit cards. The DEA stepped in and made it a category 1 drug on July 1, 1985... In a time when ecstasy was legal & guyliner was cool.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Gavin BonnarGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the vibrant and often chaotic world of the UK disco scene during the late 1970s and early 1980s. It explores the music, the fashion, and the social impact of disco culture, highlighting its rise and subsequent fall. Featuring interviews with DJs, club owners, and dancers, the film captures the essence of an era defined by its unique sound and flamboyant style.

Critical Reception

Warriors of the Discotheque received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its nostalgic look at a significant cultural movement. The film was commended for its energetic presentation and its success in capturing the spirit of the disco era. Audience reception was also favorable, particularly among those who experienced the scene firsthand.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant exploration of the UK disco scene.

  • Appreciated for capturing the energy and cultural impact of the era.

  • Noted for its engaging interviews with key figures of the disco movement.

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Fun Fact

The film features archival footage and interviews that showcase the underground club scenes and the diverse range of people who were part of the disco phenomenon in Britain.

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jfa42

By Alan Ng | July 14, 2020 I was such a boring teenager in the 80s. At the behest of my friends, I never went to night clubs nor got involved in designer drugs (i.e., MDMA and Ecstacy). After watching Joseph F. Alexandre’s Sex, Drugs, ...