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Pump Up the Volume

"A History of House Music"

January 1, 2001 2h 27m 8.3/10 (7 votes)

Originally released in 2001. Pump Up the Volume is a documentary/music film. directed by Carl Hindmarch. With a runtime of 2h 27m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Vince Lawrence, Frankie Knuckles, and Shaun Ryder

Synopsis

Few movements in music have gained as much critical mass as house music. Pump Up The Volume: A History of House Music is a fantastic 2001 documentary about one of the biggest music groundswells in history, which began in basements and ended up at the forefront of pop culture. The film traces house music from its early days as New York disco to its takeover of Europe’s dance scene through fascinating interviews with the people who propelled the movement and rare footage of the clubs where it came of age.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2001 25 years ago
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Runtime 2h 27m 147 minutes total
User Rating 8.3/10 Excellent (7 votes)
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Channel 4 Television

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pump Up the Volume about?

Few movements in music have gained as much critical mass as house music. Pump Up The Volume: A History of House Music is a fantastic 2001 documentary about one of the biggest music groundswells in ...

Who directed Pump Up the Volume?

Pump Up the Volume was directed by Carl Hindmarch.

How long is Pump Up the Volume?

Pump Up the Volume has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes (147 minutes total).

When was Pump Up the Volume released?

Pump Up the Volume was released on January 1, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Pump Up the Volume?

The main cast of Pump Up the Volume includes Vince Lawrence, Frankie Knuckles, Shaun Ryder, Pete Tong.