On This Day: June 17, 1988 - The Decline of Western Civilization Part II Premieres

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On This Day: June 17, 1988 - The Decline of Western Civilization Part II Premieres.

On this day June 17, 1988, The Decline of Western Civilization Part II The Metal Years premiered in theaters. Directed by Penelope Spheeris, this rock documentary focused on the excess and energy of the 1980s heavy metal scene in Los Angeles.

Following the original 1981 punk focused installment, this second film shifted the lens to glam and hard rock bands that ruled the Sunset Strip. With a mix of interviews, concert footage and behind the scenes chaos, the movie featured artists like Ozzy...
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