Rock in Reykjavik

Rock in Reykjavik

7.2/10
1h23min
1982Documentary

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In 1980s Reykjavik, diverse rock bands navigate fame, identity, and society through performances and interviews, revealing Iceland's vibrant music scene.

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Rokk í Reykjavík (Rock in Reykjavik) gives a thorough overview of the powerful and expanding rock scene in Iceland. Most of the film consists of performances by a wide variety of rock-groups in various clubs in Reykjavik in 1981-82. There are also interviews with members of the groups representing different views on such features of the rock scene as sex, drugs and politics. 19 groups appear in the film.