The War on Disco
"The explosive sound that ignited a culture war"
Released 3 years ago in 2023. The War on Disco is a documentary/history film. directed by Lisa Quijano Wolfinger. At just 51 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Felipe Rose, Steve Dahl, and Linda Clifford
Synopsis
The War on Disco explores the culture war that erupted over the spectacular rise of disco music. Originating in underground Black and gay clubs, disco had unseated rock as America’s most popular music by the late 1970s. But many diehard rock fans viewed disco, with its repetitive beat and culture that emphasized pleasure, as shallow and superficial. A story that’s about much more than music, The War on Disco explores how the powerful anti-disco backlash revealed a cultural divide that to some seemed to be driven by racism and homophobia. The hostility came to a head on July 12, 1979, when a riot broke out at “Disco Demolition Night” during a baseball game in Chicago.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 30, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
0h 51m
51 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Experience Films
- GBH
- Lone Wolf Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The War on Disco about?
The War on Disco explores the culture war that erupted over the spectacular rise of disco music. Originating in underground Black and gay clubs, disco had unseated rock as America’s most popular ...
Who directed The War on Disco?
The War on Disco was directed by Lisa Quijano Wolfinger.
How long is The War on Disco?
The War on Disco has a runtime of 0 hours and 51 minutes (51 minutes total).
When was The War on Disco released?
The War on Disco was released on October 30, 2023 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The War on Disco?
The main cast of The War on Disco includes Felipe Rose, Steve Dahl, Linda Clifford.