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201675 min18documentary

6.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

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Autosuficientes

201675 min18documentary

6.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

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One album launched a worldwide cult following for the Spanish post-punk band Parálisis Permanente, a key act in the darkwave genre known as 'onda siniestra.

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Danny Garcia

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One album launched a worldwide cult following for the Spanish post-punk band Parálisis Permanente, a key act in the darkwave genre known as 'onda siniestra.

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Manolo Uvi and Servando Carballar reflect on their time with Parálisis Permanente, a Spanish post-punk band that emerged during the 1980s. Despite releasing only one album, the group became a cornerstone of the 'onda siniestra' genre, influencing countless musicians. Through interviews and archival footage, the film details the band's unique sound and their role in the movida madrileña cultural movement. Their legacy continues to resonate with fans and artists around the world.

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Meet the legendary band Parálisis Permanente.
Find out about the 'onda siniestra' genre.
See archival footage of the 1980s music scene.

Did You Know

Parálisis Permanente released only one album but has a worldwide cult following.
The band's album is celebrated as the cornerstone of the Spanish darkwave genre.
The documentary features interviews with notable figures like Jesús Ordovás and Johnny Canut.
Autosuficientes was directed by Danny Garcia and released in 2016.

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Spanish post-punk fansMusic history enthusiastsDarkwave genre followers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the name of the Spanish post-punk band featured in the documentary Autosuficientes?

The band featured in the documentary is Parálisis Permanente.

What genre is the album by Parálisis Permanente considered to be a cornerstone of?

The album is celebrated as the cornerstone of the Spanish darkwave genre, known as 'onda siniestra'.

Who directed the documentary Autosuficientes?

The documentary was directed by Danny Garcia.

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