Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!
“Punk, passion, politics and public protest collide, in this documentary depicting the fight to save rock and roll in Melbourne.”
Synopsis
In 2010, the iconic Tote Hotel – last bastion of Melbourne’s vibrant music counterculture – was forced to close by unfair laws. Filmed over 7 years, “Persecution Blues” depicts the struggle of more than 20,000 fans – and the bands who inspire them – to preserve their history and protect their future, and puts the audience on the front line of an epic-scale culture war.
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Persecution Blues: The Battle for the Tote - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-04-23
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Natalie van den Dungen
- Original Title
- Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- NicNat Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Natalie van den Dungen
Natalie van den Dungen, Ken Sallows
Natalie van den Dungen, Nicole Rogers
Department Leadership Roster
Natalie van den Dungen
Producer
Natalie van den Dungen
Editor
Ken Sallows
Editor
Nicole Rogers
Producer
Natalie van den Dungen
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! about?
In 2010, the iconic Tote Hotel – last bastion of Melbourne’s vibrant music counterculture – was forced to close by unfair laws. Filmed over 7 years, “Persecution Blues” depicts the struggle of more than 20,000 fans – and the bands who inspire them – to preserve their history and protect their future, and puts the audience on the front line of an epic-scale culture war.
Who directed Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!?
Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! was directed by Natalie van den Dungen.
Who stars in Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!?
The principal cast of Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! includes Bruce Milne, Amanda Palmer, James Young, Eddy Current Supression Ring, Powder Monkeys.
When was Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! released and how long is it?
Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 57m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!?
Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).