MC5: A True Testimonial (2002) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

Released in 2002, MC5: A True Testimonial is a musique and documentaire film directed by David C. Thomas, running about 120 minutes.

What it’s about. This documentary, made over a period of eight years, tells the remarkable story of an extremely influential rock'n'roll band. Starting from their mid-60's garage band roots (sounding amazingly like the Sonics), the Motor City 5 deveoped into an icon for a brand of loud, crushing music reflecting their industrial roots. Even if you don't care for their music (and you're bound to like even a few of their songs), their story is fascinating. It combines 60's protest, youthful braggadocio, and a style of music that would help carry one to the likes of Iggy and the Stooges (not to mention certain aspects of punk rock). This film is clearly a labor of love, combining extraordinarily rare live shows, still shots, a nearly-continuous backdrop of MC5 tunes, penetrating interviews with the remaining members and their spouses, and even FBI surveillance shots. It's the ultimate testimonial to a band that only gains in stature as time goes on.

Who’s in it. MC5: A True Testimonial stars Rob Tyner as Himself, Wayne Kramer as Himself, Fred Smith as Himself and Michael Davis as Himself, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, MC5: A True Testimonial has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch MC5: A True Testimonial page.

If you liked it. Fans of MC5: A True Testimonial tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book : Sur les routes du Sud and La Légende du pianiste sur l'océan.