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7.4 / 10(8 votes)IMDb20081h 22mUnited States of America

The Gits

“THE MUSIC. THE BAND. THE LEGACY.”

Synopsis

The inception and ascent of Seattle-based post-punk band the Gits, whose rise to prominence was cut short by the shocking rape and murder of their fiery lead singer, Mia Zapata, in 1993. Featuring performance footage and reflective interviews with the remaining members of the Gits, O'Kane's labor of love celebrates Zapata's memory and the group's enduring legacy.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Seattle International Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Theatrical Premiere

July 7, 2008

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Kerri O'Kane
Original Title
The Gits
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 22m
Production Studios
JAB Films & Knockout Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Kerri O'Kane

Director of Photography

Sean Kirby

Film Editing

Lorena David

Producers

Tamra Spivey

Department Leadership Roster

Kerri O'Kane

Director

Tamra Spivey

Producer

Sean Kirby

Director of Photography

Lorena David

Lorena David

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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International Certification Matrix

Canada14A

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Gits.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gits

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Gits about?

The inception and ascent of Seattle-based post-punk band the Gits, whose rise to prominence was cut short by the shocking rape and murder of their fiery lead singer, Mia Zapata, in 1993. Featuring performance footage and reflective interviews with the remaining members of the Gits, O'Kane's labor of love celebrates Zapata's memory and the group's enduring legacy.

Who directed The Gits?

The Gits was directed by Kerri O'Kane.

Who stars in The Gits?

The principal cast of The Gits includes Mia Zapata, Joe Spleen, Matt Dresdner, Steve Moriarty, Kathleen Hanna.

When was The Gits released and how long is it?

The Gits was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Gits?

The Gits holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.