Metal: A Headbanger's Journey is a documentary that delves into the world of heavy metal music, examining its history, cultural impact, and the controversies surrounding this genre. It explores topics such as the influence of satanism, the struggle against censorship, and the conservatism of mainstream society. The film also takes a close look at metal festivals and the passionate community of headbangers that have evolved around this music.

The Misanthrope is the film debut from Darkthrone's Nocturno Culto and provides a unique insight into the heart of the Norwegian Black Metal scene.

Features a live show filmed in Marseille, France, on September 24, 1999 and includes interviews with band members and exclusive backstage footage. Also released on DVD with extra features, as Collector's Edition 2x LP vinyl limited to 500 copies & CD limited to 500 copies. The back of the DVD case incorrectly says it was recorded in 1999. Recording information: Recorded live in Marseille, 24th of September 2000.