We Sold Our Souls for Rock 'n Roll

We Sold Our Souls for Rock 'n Roll

2001 · 90 min · ★ 7.0 · Documentary

Penelope Spheeris presents an amazing chronicle of the travelling musical carnival known as OZZfest, the most successful summer concert tour for the last five years. Complete access to incredible material sends this documentary film into the realm of pure entertainment. Unforgettable moments from zealous religious protesters, outrageous fans and the guys (and girls) backstage provide an insightful view into the soul of white, middle-class America. A stunning and sometimes disturbing glimpse of a cultural movement, this film is sure to be a reference for historians for decades to come. This comment on Middle America skates the line between your worst nightmare and the best time you’ve ever had. Features interviews with, and performances by BLACK SABBATH, SYSTEM OF A DOWN, SLIPKNOT, PRIMUS, ROB ZOMBIE, GODSMACK and more.

Directed by Penelope Spheeris

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Ozzy Osbourne Self
Corey Taylor Self (Slipknot)
Rob Zombie Self
Serj Tankian Self (System of A Down)
Les Claypool Self (Primus)
Joey Jordison Self (Slipknot)
Sharon Osbourne Self
Geezer Butler Self
Robbie Merrill Self (Godsmack)
Paul Gray Self (Slipknot)
Tony Iommi Self
Arto Tunçboyacıyan Self

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