Filmmakers Marco and Mauro La Villa spent two years traveling to 13 cities worldwide to document the rise of DJs in the 1990s dance-club scene.
Synopsis
Filmmakers Marco and Mauro La Villa spent two years traveling to 13 cities worldwide to document the rise of DJs in the 1990s dance-club scene.
Synopsis
In Montreal's vibrant nightlife, identical twin brothers Marco and Mauro La Villa began filming "Hang the DJ" in 1996, inspired by their experiences working at a local pizza store. Over two years, they traveled to cities like London, New York, and Tokyo, following prominent DJs such as Roger Sanchez and A-Trak. The documentary captures live performances and candid interviews, revealing the rise of DJs from underground figures to global icons. It premiered at the 1998 Toronto International Film Festival and later screened in various international festivals.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet DJs like Roger Sanchez and A-Trak.
- See DJ culture in cities like Tokyo and Las Vegas.
- Find out about the underground to superstar transition.
Did You Know
- The film was shot over two years, from 1996 to 1997.
- Hang the DJ premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 1998.
- The documentary features DJs from multiple cities, including London, Miami, and Paris.
- The La Villa brothers originally had no interest in DJs before making this film.
Perfect For
Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed Hang the DJ?
Hang the DJ was directed by Marco La Villa.
What year did Hang the DJ premiere?
Hang the DJ premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 1998.
Which DJs are featured in Hang the DJ?
The documentary features DJs such as Roger Sanchez, Junior Vasquez, DJ Qbert, and A-Trak.
Awards & Festivals
What are people saying?
Play More Like This
Browse more like this
Browse more by Marco La Villa
View all films →
Related Films
Is this your film?
If you made this film or hold the rights to it, we'd like to talk. We can license it and pay you a share of what it earns.
Comments