We Were Famous, You Don't Remember: The Embarrassment
Ignited by punk’s invasion of the Great Plains, America’s gawkiest and greatest lost rock band battles conformity in Reagan-era Kansas.
Formed in 1979 in Wichita, Kansas, the so-called "blister pop" band the Embarrassment played major U.S. cities and garnered praise from the likes of Allen Ginsberg, John Cale and Jonathan Demme, but their refusal to compromise their vision made success elusive. Through archival interviews and concert footage, this documentary draws a portrait of the oft-overlooked post-punk legends.
Directed by Daniel Fetherston
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Cast
- Bill Goffrier Himself
- Brent "Woody" Giessmann Himself
- John Nichols Himself
- Ron Klaus Himself
- Evan Dando Himself
- Grant Hart Himself
- Freedy Johnston Himself
-
Thomas Frank Himself
Make it a double feature
3h 11m together
We Were Famous, You Don't Remember: The Embarrassment
Heroes: Silence and Rock & Roll
A close match in mood and era.
