Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker(2017)
Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker Synopsis
In 2007, 11 years after one of the most influential American punk bands, Jawbreaker, called it quits, the three members, Blake Schwarzenbach, Chris Bauermeister, and Adam Pfahler reconnect in a San Francisco recording studio to listen back to their albums, reminisce and even perform together one last time. Follow the band as they retell their "rags to riches to rags" story writhe with inner band turmoil, health issues, and the aftermath of signing to a major label. Featuring interviews with Billy Joe Armstrong, Steve Albini, Jessica Hopper, Graham Elliot, Chris Shifflet, Josh Caterer and more.
Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker (2017) is a documentary and music film directed by Tim Irwin, released on August 11, 2017 with a runtime of 1h 14m. It stars Chris Bauermeister, Adam Pfahler, Blake Schwarzenbach and Steve Albini. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 5 ratings.
- Director:
- Tim Irwin
- Producers:
- Dan Didier
- Status:
- Released
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Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Chris Bauermeister
Chris Bauermeister
- Adam Pfahler
Adam Pfahler
Blake Schwarzenbach
Steve Albini
Billie Joe Armstrong
- Josh Caterer
Josh Caterer
Graham Elliot
Jessica Hopper
Kembra Pfahler
Chris Shiflett
Key crew
Directed by Tim Irwin, produced by Dan Didier.
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Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 5 ratings.
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Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker?
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The main cast of Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker (2017) includes Chris Bauermeister, Adam Pfahler, Blake Schwarzenbach, Steve Albini and Billie Joe Armstrong. The film was directed by Tim Irwin. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker released?
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Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker was released on August 11, 2017 and runs for 1h 14m.
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Don't Break Down: A Film About Jawbreaker (2017) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 5 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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