Something Better Change
Synopsis
These days, there’s a lot of talk about outsiders in politics, but very few people can claim outsider status like Joe Keithley, punk legend turned a dedicated environmentalist and city councilor. Something Better Change follows Keithley’s absolutely fascinating life and career, showing us both his time as the front man of the formative hardcore punk band D.O.A., as well as his campaigns for city council as a Green Party candidate in his hometown of Burnaby, British Columbia. Featuring interviews with other punk luminaries like Jello Biafra and Ian MacKaye, as well as an appearance from Beto O’Rourke, whether you’re a hardcore punk fan or just a civically engaged citizen, Creem: America's Only Rock 'n' Roll Magazine director Scott Crawford’s latest film has a little something for everyone. – Daniel Abelow
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Calgary Underground Film Festival
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Scott Crawford
- Screenplay & Story
- Scott Crawford
- Original Title
- Something Better Change
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Scott Crawford
Scott Crawford
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Director
Scott Crawford
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What is Something Better Change about?
These days, there’s a lot of talk about outsiders in politics, but very few people can claim outsider status like Joe Keithley, punk legend turned a dedicated environmentalist and city councilor. Something Better Change follows Keithley’s absolutely fascinating life and career, showing us both his time as the front man of the formative hardcore punk band D.O.A., as well as his campaigns for city council as a Green Party candidate in his hometown of Burnaby, British Columbia. Featuring interviews with other punk luminaries like Jello Biafra and Ian MacKaye, as well as an appearance from Beto O’Rourke, whether you’re a hardcore punk fan or just a civically engaged citizen, Creem: America's Only Rock 'n' Roll Magazine director Scott Crawford’s latest film has a little something for everyone. – Daniel Abelow
Who directed Something Better Change?
Something Better Change was directed by Scott Crawford.
Who stars in Something Better Change?
The principal cast of Something Better Change includes Joe Keithley, Jello Biafra, Ian MacKaye, Beto O'Rourke.
When was Something Better Change released and how long is it?
Something Better Change was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.