Salad Days: A Decade of Punk in Washington, DC (1980-90) (2015)

Plot

"Salad Days: A Decade of Punk in Washington, DC (1980-90)" delves into the vibrant DIY punk scene that flourished in the capital during the 1980s. This era birthed influential bands like Bad Brains, Minor Threat, Fugazi, and Rites of Spring, who took charge of their music by self-releasing records and organizing shows outside the grip of major labels and media. Set against a backdrop of cultural change, the documentary reflects on how this underground movement laid the groundwork for the 1990s alternative music boom. Today, it stands as a testament to youthful optimism, community strength, and unwavering conviction.