What We Started
Synopsis
Bert Marcus and Cyrus Saidi present an informed and absorbing exploration of the history of EDM, boosted by an energetic soundtrack and anchored by the personal stories of legendary DJ Carl Cox and superstar newcomer Martin Garrix. Insights from numerous other DJs and musical talents like Moby, David Guetta, Paul Oakenfold and Usher help tell the often oppositional tales of old school vs. new school and mainstream vs. underground.
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What We Started - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-02-14
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bert Marcus, Cyrus Saidi
- Original Title
- What We Started
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Bert Marcus Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bert Marcus, Cyrus Saidi
Will Dearborn
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Bert Marcus
Director
Cyrus Saidi
Director
Will Dearborn
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What is What We Started about?
Bert Marcus and Cyrus Saidi present an informed and absorbing exploration of the history of EDM, boosted by an energetic soundtrack and anchored by the personal stories of legendary DJ Carl Cox and superstar newcomer Martin Garrix. Insights from numerous other DJs and musical talents like Moby, David Guetta, Paul Oakenfold and Usher help tell the often oppositional tales of old school vs. new school and mainstream vs. underground.
Who directed What We Started?
What We Started was directed by Bert Marcus, Cyrus Saidi.
Who stars in What We Started?
The principal cast of What We Started includes Martin Garrix, Carl Cox, David Guetta, Usher, Ed Sheeran.
When was What We Started released and how long is it?
What We Started was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.