Until the Light Takes Us

DocumentaryMusic

2008, Movie, 1h 33min

Chronicles the history, ideology and aesthetic of Norwegian black metal, a musical subculture infamous as much for a series of murders and church arsons as it is for its unique musical and visual aesthetics. This is the first film to truly shed light on a movement that has heretofore been shrouded by rumor and obscured by inaccurate and shallow depictions. Featuring exclusive interviews with the musicians themselves, Until the Light Takes Us explores every aspect of the controversial movement that has captured the attention of the world.

Country: United States

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Critic Raoul Hernandez

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...matches its subject, equally inscrutable though no less niche-oriented.

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Until the Light Takes Us is a documentary that delves into the world of Norwegian black metal, a musical genre notorious for its association with violence, murder, and church burnings. The film explores the history and ideology behind this controversial movement, featuring intimate portraits of the musicians who lived and breathed it. Through exclusive interviews and a deep dive into the principles and beliefs that fueled the rebellion, the documentary sheds light on a culture that has captivated the world's attention. Get ready to immerse yourself in a journey that's as much about the nature of truth as it is about a music scene that left a trail of destruction in its wake.

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