HYPE follows the explosion of the 90’s underground music scene in the Pacific NW into a "grunge" media frenzy for a subculture-hungry world. This film raises questions of money, authenticity, and fame as "grunge fashion" hits the runways and a mass migration of wanna-be bands saturates Seattle. Incorporating interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and live performances by Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Mudhoney, and many more, the movie paints a dynamic picture of a highly influential music scene.
"The most accurate and energetic look at the Seattle music scene you'll ever see…”
— AUSTIN AMERICAN-STATESMAN
Credits:
A Film by Doug Pray
Produced by Steven Helvey
Co-Produced by Lisa Dutton and Pete Vogt
Directed by Doug Pray
Director of Photography: Robert Bennett
Edited by Doug Pray and Joan Zapata; Supervising Editor: Earl Ghaffari
Story Editor: Brian Levy; Consultant: Jonathan Gold
Distributed by Lions Gate Films (formerly CFP/Republic Pictures)
