
Metal: A Headbanger's Journey(2005)
Overview
The film discusses the traits and originators of some of metal's many subgenres, including the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, power metal, Nu metal, glam metal, thrash metal, black metal, and death metal. Dunn uses a family-tree-type flowchart to document some of the most popular metal subgenres. The film also explores various aspects of heavy metal culture.
Director
Sam Dunn
Studio
Banger Productions
Cast

Sam Dunn
as Self

Chris Adler
as Self

Tom Araya
as Self
Gavin Baddeley
as Self
Blasphemer
as Self

Randy Blythe
as Self

Alice Cooper
as Self

Pamela Des Barres
as Self

Bruce Dickinson
as Self

Ronnie James Dio
as Self

Malcolm Dome
as Self

George Fisher
as Self
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2005
Runtime
1h 31m
Language
English
Rating
7.6 / 10
Production Companies
Banger Productions • Seville Pictures • 235 Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Metal: A Headbanger's Journey?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Metal: A Headbanger's Journey (2005).
What is Metal: A Headbanger's Journey about?▼
The film discusses the traits and originators of some of metal's many subgenres, including the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, power metal, Nu metal, glam metal, thrash metal, black metal, and death metal. Dunn uses a family-tree-type flowchart to document some of the most popular metal subgenres. The film also explores various aspects of heavy metal culture.
Who directed Metal: A Headbanger's Journey?▼
Metal: A Headbanger's Journey was directed by Sam Dunn and released in 2005. It is a documentary, music film.
How long is Metal: A Headbanger's Journey?▼
Metal: A Headbanger's Journey has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
Who stars in Metal: A Headbanger's Journey?▼
The cast of Metal: A Headbanger's Journey includes Sam Dunn as Self, Chris Adler as Self, Tom Araya as Self, Gavin Baddeley as Self, Blasphemer as Self and more.
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