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Getting The Knack chronicles the career of the power pop band The Knack, focusing on their rapid rise to fame and subsequent decline. The film features candid interviews with original band members, producers Mike Chapman and Jack Douglas, and other notable figures like Steve Jones of The Sex Pistols and Weird Al Yankovic. It provides an in-depth look at the band's struggles with addiction, internal conflicts, and critical backlash.
The documentary is narrated by Cherie Currie of The Runaways and includes rare photos and archival footage. It presents a no-holds-barred account of The Knack's story, from their initial success to their eventual resurrection, making it a comprehensive portrayal of the band's tumultuous history.
Why Watch
- •Meet the original band members and their stories.
- •See rare photos and unseen archival footage.
- •Find out about the inspiration behind their biggest hit.
Did You Know
•The Knack faced massive critical backlash shortly after their rise to fame.
•Cherie Currie of The Runaways narrates the documentary.
•The film features interviews with over ten notable figures, including Rick Springfield.
Perfect For
Power pop music fansDocumentary enthusiastsFans of 70s rock history