Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! (2011)

Punk, passion, politics and public protest collide, in this documentary depicting the fight to save rock and roll in Melbourne.

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In 2010, the iconic Tote Hotel – last bastion of Melbourne’s vibrant music counterculture – was forced to close by unfair laws. Filmed over 7 years, “Persecution Blues” depicts the struggle of more than 20,000 fans – and the bands who inspire them – to preserve their history and protect their future, and puts the audience on the front line of an epic-scale culture war.

Director: Natalie van den Dungen
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 57 min
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Cast

Editing: Natalie van den Dungen, Ken Sallows
Production: NicNat Films
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Music Festivals and Shared Euphoria

Keywords

politics, protest, community, woman director, live music

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! about?
In 2010, the iconic Tote Hotel – last bastion of Melbourne’s vibrant music counterculture – was forced to close by unfair laws. Filmed over 7 years, “Persecution Blues” depicts the struggle of more than 20,000 fans – and the bands who inspire them – to preserve their history and protect their future, and puts the audience on the front line of an epic-scale culture war.
Who directed Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!?
Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! was directed by Natalie van den Dungen.
Who stars in Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!?
Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! stars Bruce Milne, Amanda Palmer, James Young, Eddy Current Supression Ring, Powder Monkeys, Spazzys.
How long is Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!?
Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!?
Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! is a Documentary, Music film.
Where was Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! produced?
Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! was produced in Australia.
What are the themes of Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote!?
The themes of Persecution Blues: the Battle for the Tote! include: Music Festivals and Shared Euphoria.