Kari Krome, a founding member of the Runaways, shares her experiences of sexual abuse and exploitation in the 1970s and 1980s rock music scene.
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Kari Krome, a founding member of the Runaways, shares her experiences of sexual abuse and exploitation in the 1970s and 1980s rock music scene.
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Kari Krome, a founding member of the Runaways, recounts her experiences in the rock music scene of the 1970s and 1980s. "Look Away" features interviews with Krome, Jackie Fuchs, and Julia Holcomb, who share stories of sexual abuse and exploitation by industry figures. The film details the alleged rape of Fuchs by manager Kim Fowley and Holcomb's relationship with Aerosmith's Steven Tyler. It also includes accounts from other women affected by similar abuses, calling for change within the music industry.
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Why Watch
- Meet Kari Krome, founding member of the Runaways.
- Find out about Jackie Fuchs' allegations against Kim Fowley.
- See Courtney Love's reaction to the film on Instagram.
Did You Know
- Iggy Pop's song 'Look Away' references his relationship with Sable Starr, who was 13.
- Jackie Fuchs alleges she was raped by her band's manager, Kim Fowley.
- Julia Holcomb had a relationship with Steven Tyler when she was 16.
- The film received four stars from The Telegraph, The Guardian, and the Financial Times.
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Who directed the documentary Look Away?
Look Away was directed by Sophie Cunningham and Ben Steele.
What is the main subject of the documentary Look Away?
The documentary focuses on the sexual abuse of young girls in the rock music industry.
Which notable musicians are mentioned in relation to the documentary's content?
The documentary includes accounts involving Steven Tyler of Aerosmith and Axl Rose of Guns N' Roses.
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