Riot on the Dance Floor
Synopsis
Through an oral history format of in-depth interviews and archival footage, RIOT ON THE DANCE FLOOR bring to life the gritty story of City Gardens, one of New Jersey’s most infamous clubs and its larger than life promoter, Randy Now. Featuring the stark and iconic photography of Thrasher Magazine’s Ken Salerno, the film chronicles the rise of several different music scenes in a venue for underground music that traversed the entertainment spectrum; from the comedy of Henny Youngman to Nine Inch Nails, New Order to Nirvana. It is the story of musical champions, underdogs and how hoards of misfit kids found an unlikely home and above all, the freedom and liberation of having complete creative control. - IFF Boston
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 27, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steve Tozzi
- Original Title
- Riot on the Dance Floor
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve Tozzi
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What is Riot on the Dance Floor about?
Through an oral history format of in-depth interviews and archival footage, RIOT ON THE DANCE FLOOR bring to life the gritty story of City Gardens, one of New Jersey’s most infamous clubs and its larger than life promoter, Randy Now. Featuring the stark and iconic photography of Thrasher Magazine’s Ken Salerno, the film chronicles the rise of several different music scenes in a venue for underground music that traversed the entertainment spectrum; from the comedy of Henny Youngman to Nine Inch Nails, New Order to Nirvana. It is the story of musical champions, underdogs and how hoards of misfit kids found an unlikely home and above all, the freedom and liberation of having complete creative control. - IFF Boston
Who directed Riot on the Dance Floor?
Riot on the Dance Floor was directed by Steve Tozzi.
Who stars in Riot on the Dance Floor?
The principal cast of Riot on the Dance Floor includes Henry Rollins, Jello Biafra, Ian MacKaye, Jon Stewart, Harley Flanagan.
When was Riot on the Dance Floor released and how long is it?
Riot on the Dance Floor was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.