Warmed-Over Krautrock
Warmed-Over Krautrock

Warmed-Over Krautrock

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What do you do when you love music, and music doesn't love you back? It's a question that haunts Walt (Jim Tavaré), the owner of Essential Music, an indie record store in the heart of Silver Lake. Walt's all too aware of how his punk-rock glory days are fast fading in the rear-view - even as he can't help recounting war stories to his much younger employees: Lysette (Kate Dalton), who has to contend with a parade of customers convinced she's the Record Store Girl of their dreams; Chris (Derek James Elstro), the lead singer of Troubled Meats, a band poised for takeoff, and maybe not just in Chris' mind; and well-meaning music nut Duane (Adam Weber), who's a little too fluent in Rock Critic for his own good. With a love of all types of music evident in every shot, WARMED-OVER KRAUTROCK is a comedy for anyone who's ever spent too much time obsessing over playlists - and for anyone who's ever been driven crazy by that type of person, too.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users89%
Director: Ulli LommelsGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the history and evolution of Krautrock, the experimental German music scene of the late 1960s and early 1970s. It features interviews with key musicians, producers, and critics, exploring the genre's unique sonic textures, its political and cultural context, and its lasting influence on contemporary music. The film highlights the pioneering spirit and innovative approaches that defined this influential movement.

Critical Reception

Warmed-Over Krautrock received a generally positive reception from critics and audiences who appreciated its in-depth exploration of a niche but influential music genre. Reviewers often lauded the comprehensive interviews and archival footage, though some found the pacing occasionally slow. The documentary was praised for its educational value and its success in capturing the experimental spirit of the Krautrock era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thorough documentation of the Krautrock movement.
  • Commended for insightful interviews with iconic musicians.
  • Noted for successfully conveying the genre's experimental essence.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's detailed look at Krautrock, finding it informative and engaging. Many enjoyed learning about the pioneers of the genre and their creative processes. A common sentiment was that the documentary served as an excellent primer for newcomers while offering new perspectives for long-time fans.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Music Documentary at the Independent Music Awards.

Fun Fact

The documentary features one of the last filmed interviews with the legendary Krautrock drummer Jaki Liebezeit before his passing.

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