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Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! (2011)

"Punk, passion, politics and public protest collide, in this documentary depicting the fight to save rock and roll in Melbourne."

6.320110h 57mEN
DocumentaryMusic

Directed by Natalie van den Dungen

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

0h 57m

Language

EN

Release

July 28, 2011

Director

Natalie van den Dungen

Official Trailer

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Overview

In 2010, the iconic Tote Hotel – last bastion of Melbourne’s vibrant music counterculture – was forced to close by unfair laws. Filmed over 7 years, “Persecution Blues” depicts the struggle of more than 20,000 fans – and the bands who inspire them – to preserve their history and protect their future...

Cast

Bruce Milne

Bruce Milne

himself

Amanda Palmer

Amanda Palmer

herself

James Young

James Young

himself

Eddy Current Supression Ring

Eddy Current Supression Ring

band

Powder Monkeys

Powder Monkeys

band

Spazzys

Spazzys

band

Spiderbait

Spiderbait

band

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! (2011), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 2010, the iconic Tote Hotel – last bastion of Melbourne’s vibrant music counterculture – was forced to close by unfair laws. Filmed over 7 years, “Persecution Blues” depicts the struggle of more than 20,000 fans – and the bands who inspire them – to preserve their history and protect their future, and puts the audience on the front line of an epic-scale culture war.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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