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End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones

2003 · 110 min · Director: Michael Gramaglia, Jim Fields

End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones (2003) is a documentary, directed by Michael Gramaglia and Jim Fields. It stars Marky Ramone and Johnny Ramone. The 110-minute film holds an audience score of 7.7/10.

What End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones Is About

The Ramones formed in Queens in 1974 and played for twenty-two years. The songs were short, the clothes were identical, and all four used the same surname. They never sold in large numbers in America; in Britain they made the tour that set off the punk movement. Relations inside the band were bad from the early years: Joey and Johnny did not speak for years over a woman and went on taking the same stage. The documentary by Michael Gramaglia and Jim Fields rests on interviews with every line-up of the band. The narrative does not soften the legend; Dee Dee's addiction, Johnny's harshness and Joey's loneliness are discussed directly. The film was completed after Joey and Dee Dee died, and Johnny died shortly after its release. That turns the documentary, unintentionally, into a farewell. Who it's for: Viewers who like punk history, music documentary, and narratives of conflict inside a band. Who it's not for: The narrative is built for a viewer who knows the band. The subject also grows darker and offers no hope.

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What is End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones about?

The Ramones formed in Queens in 1974 and played for twenty-two years. The songs were short, the clothes were identical, and all four used the same surname.

Where can I watch End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones?

End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones isn't currently listed on major digital platforms. Availability can change over time. Check the "Where to Watch" section for the latest.

How long is End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones?

End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones runs for 110 minutes (1h 50m).

When did End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones come out?

End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones was released in 2003.

Who directed End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones?

End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones was directed by Michael Gramaglia and Jim Fields.

Who stars in End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones?

End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones stars Marky Ramone, Johnny Ramone, Dee Dee Ramone, Tommy Ramone.

What is End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones's rating?

End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones holds 7.9/10 on IMDb and 7.7/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 75 out of 100.

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