Movies and TvShows featuring "glam-rock" theme.

Sir Elton John looks back on his life and the astonishing early days of his 50-year career in this emotionally charged, full-circle journey. As he prepares for his final concert in North America at Dodger Stadium, Elton takes us back in time and recounts his struggles with adversity, abuse, and addiction, and how he overcame them to become the icon he is today.

In this rock opera film, a composer named Winslow Leach has his music stolen by record producer Swan. When Leach protests, Swan has him framed for drug dealing and sent to prison. In prison, Leach is tortured and disfigured. He escapes and seeks revenge on Swan by infiltrating his music venue, The Paradise. Along the way, Leach falls in love with a young singer named Phoenix. The film is a satire on the music industry and explores themes of greed, corruption, and the Faustian pact.

The Buddha of Suburbia follows the journey of a teenager named Karim as he navigates his way through his identity and sexuality in a suburban setting. Set in the 1970s and 1980s, the show delves into themes of family relationships, drug use, and the clash of cultures. With elements of satire and comedy, it offers a unique perspective on suburban life.

Night Lunch is a documentary short that explores the vibrant and experimental no-wave music scene in New York City during the 1970s. The film takes a closer look at the emergence of this underground movement and its impact on the city's cultural landscape.

Videotaped at the Colisée de Québec in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada on 5-June 1984. Supporting their second album, SHOUT AT THE DEVIL, this was the beginning of Crüe's headlining days, after graduating from the opening slot on Ozzy's tour earlier that year. Setlist: 01. Shout at the Devil 02. Bastard 03. Take Me to the Top 04. Ten Seconds to Love 05. Merry-Go-Round 06. Knock 'Em Dead, Kid 07. Piece of Your Action 08. Too Young to Fall in Love 09. God Bless the Children of the Beast 10. Red Hot 11. Tommy's Solo / Mick's Solo 12. Looks That Kill 13. Live Wire 14. Helter Skelter

-- Opening - Jon Stewart -- -- The Seventh Seal -- -- Big Fat Money -- -- Don't Tell Me(What Love Can Do) -- -- Amsterdam -- -- When It's Love -- -- Feelin' -- -- Edward's Solo -- -- Why Can't This Be Love -- -- Finish What Ya Started -- -- Right Now --

Beside Bowie: The Mick Ronson Story is a documentary about the life and work of Michael "Mick" Ronson, the guitarist, songwriter, producer and arranger who, in the early part of his career, performed with David Bowie as one of the 'Spiders from Mars'.

Set in the 1970s, Velvet Goldmine follows a journalist who dives into the rise and fall of a renowned glam rock musician, exploring themes of sexuality, identity, and scandal in the music industry. The story is told through flashbacks and interviews, revealing the impact of the musician's career and personal life on those around him.

Shot! The Psycho-Spiritual Mantra of Rock is a biographical documentary that explores the life and career of a celebrity photographer. It delves into the glamour and excesses of the rock music scene in New York City during the 1970s, highlighting the subject's struggles with drug abuse and the journey towards recovery. The film also covers the artist's work in the field of photography, capturing iconic images for album covers and magazine spreads. Through interviews, reenactments, and personal anecdotes, the documentary provides an intimate portrait of the artist's life, while also touching on themes of art, inspiration, and self-discovery.

Ladies and Gentlemen, the Fabulous Stains follows Corrine Burns, a teenager who starts a punk rock band with her friends, and their rise to overnight fame. As they navigate the music industry, they face betrayal, commercialization, and the challenges of being strong female characters in a male-dominated industry. The film tackles themes of rebellion, identity, and the price of success.

Slade: It's Slade is a documentary film that chronicles the rise and success of the British rock band Slade. It explores their unique sound, the impact they had on the music industry, and their journey to stardom. The film delves into the band's origins, their rise to fame, and their enduring legacy.

Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars is a documentary/concert film that captures David Bowie's final performance as his iconic alter ego Ziggy Stardust. The film showcases Bowie's flamboyant stage presence and features live performances of his popular songs, including 'Starman' and 'Space Oddity'. Shot in a cinema-verite style, the film provides an intimate look into the world of glam rock in the 1970s.

Interviews from women involved in the 70's and 80's rock music industry. An examination of the people taking advantage of underage fans and calling for a "Me too" movement in the music world

A multi-awarded 23 minute short film about pansexual punk rockers in a toxic relationship in London’s underground music scene

Don your best platforms and sequinned hat and join Noddy, Jim, Dave and Don aka Slade for a trip down memory lane as we uncover some of Slade's finest appearances from the vaults of the BBC archive, introduced by none other than Noddy Holder himself.

Flame is a 1975 musical movie set in England that tells the cautionary tale of a working-class rock band's rise to fame and subsequent implosion. The story revolves around the band's struggles with contracts, social differences, betrayal, and the temptations of the music industry. It portrays the cultural differences and class divisions within the rock music scene of the 1970s. With elements of rock music, fame and fortune, drunkenness, and rock performances, Flame is a mesmerizing journey through the rise and fall of a rock band.

Hedwig, a transgender rock musician from East Berlin, forms a rock band called The Angry Inch. As she tours the US, she reveals her life story, including her botched sex change operation and her relationship with a US soldier. The film explores themes of identity, sexuality, and self-acceptance.

Documentary on the life of late Mother Love Bone singer Andrew Wood.

Hanoi Rocks - Buried Alive (2009) is a documentary that depicts the final concert of the iconic rock band Hanoi Rocks. The film showcases the band's electrifying performance and takes viewers on a journey through the history of the band, their music, and the impact they had on the rock music scene. With their unique blend of hard rock, glam rock, and punk, Hanoi Rocks captivated audiences and this documentary commemorates their legacy.