Half Japanese: The Band That Would Be King

Oct 7 1993 N/A 1h 30m
Documentary

A documentary covering the rise of extremely alternative band Half Japanese: from the early days when Jad and David Fair recorded loud music in their bedroom for distribution via mail order cassette tape, to their contemporary incarnation after David's departure for married life and Jad's increased stature among musicians and critics. Includes interviews with Jad, David, Mo Tucker of Velvet underground fame, and Penn Jillette, who produced an album of theirs.

Plot

A documentary covering the rise of extremely alternative band Half Japanese: from the early days when Jad and David Fair recorded loud music in their bedroom for distribution via mail order cassette tape, to their contemporary incarnation after David's departure for married life and Jad's increased stature among musicians and critics. Includes interviews with Jad, David, Mo Tucker of Velvet underground fame, and Penn Jillette, who produced an album of theirs.

Written by

Jeff Feuerzeig

Directed by

Jeff Feuerzeig

Cast

Byron Coley, David Fair, Jad Fair

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Languages

English

Awards

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Average Rating
7.5 out of 10
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