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Deep Dive: What We Started (2018)

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What We Started
What We Started is a documentary that chronicles three decades of electronic dance music (EDM) through the careers of prominent figures like Carl Cox and Martin Garrix. The film begins with Carl Cox at Space nightclub in Ibiza, where he was a resident DJ since 2001. It features interviews with various artists, including Moby, David Guetta, and Usher, discussing the genre's impact on pop culture. The film has received mixed reviews, holding an 85% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 20 reviews. Critics have noted its attempt to present an accessible history of electronic music while also addressing the darker aspects of the culture. The documentary is described as a comprehensive account of dance music's evolution, appealing to both EDM enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Why Watch

  • •See Carl Cox at Space nightclub in Ibiza.
  • •Meet iconic artists like Martin Garrix and David Guetta.
  • •Find out about EDM's cultural impact over 30 years.

Did You Know

•The film premiered on June 15, 2017, at the Los Angeles Film Festival.
•It features interviews with over 10 notable artists, including Tiësto and Ed Sheeran.
•Rotten Tomatoes rated the film 85% based on 20 reviews as of April 2020.
•The documentary has a 51 out of 100 score on Metacritic, indicating mixed reviews.

Perfect For

Electronic dance music fansNightclub culture enthusiastsMusic history buffs