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D.I.Y. or Die: How to Survive as an Independent Artist

Dublin Core

Title

D.I.Y. or Die: How to Survive as an Independent Artist

Subject

Documentary on DIY

Description

D.I.Y documentary on what being a DIY artist means how to survive as a DIY artist

Creator

Michael W. Dean

Publisher

Michael W. Dean

Date

2001

Rights

Michael W. Dean

Format

MP4

Language

English

Type

DIY Documentary

Coverage

2001 - 2002

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Transcription

Movie description: This documentary features interviews with Ian MacKaye (Fugazi), J Mascis (Dinosaur jr.), John John Jesse (Demonic Erotic painter), Jim Rose (Jim Rose Sideshow), Jim Thirwell (Foetus), Lydia Lunch, Mike Watt (Minutemen), Richard Kern (Filmmaker), Ron Asheton (Stooges), Madagin Shive (Bonfire Madagin), Dave Brockie (Gwar) and many others. The 60-minute film explores the methods and motivations of independent American artists working in different genres and mediums. "DIY or Die" profiles a fascinating group of icons and unknowns working in various media including print, film, graphic art, performance art and music.

Original Format

VHS

Duration

55:49

Compression

MPEG-4

Director

Michael W. Dean

Files

Citation

Michael W. Dean, “D.I.Y. or Die: How to Survive as an Independent Artist,” Dominican University SOIS Omeka Site, accessed November 15, 2024, http://108.166.64.190/omeka222/items/show/1439.