CLASH OF CULTURES
the rise of the new electro scene (New York, 2002)

directed by Guto Barra
produced by Planet Pop
total running time: 20 minutes
genre: documentary
featuring: Fischerspooner, Miss Kittin, Peaches, Ladytron, Scissor Sisters, Hungry Wives e outros
Inclui legendas em português

A 20 minutes special documenting the rise of the new Electro scene in the international market, focusing on the New York experience. Content includes interviews with DJs, artists, producers, journalists, fashion designers and other professionals involved with the scene; footage of the Electroclash 2002 festival and related events that took place in New York City in October; music videos of artists.

The documentary explores themes such as the do-it-yourself culture; the punk influence on the scene; the role of the internet; the importance of image and style; the making of the music (equipment, production methods); the influence on the DJ culture; the relationship between Brooklyn and Manhattan; the attitude and stage personas; the meaning of lyrics; the future market potential and the mainstream coverage.