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Supersonic
Documentary · 2016
Supersonic charts the meteoric rise of Oasis from the council estates of Manchester to some of the biggest concerts of all time in just three short years. This palpable, raw and moving film shines a light on one of the most genre and generation-defining British bands that has ever existed and features candid new interviews with Noel and Liam Gallagher, their mother, and members of the band and road crew.
The sides of Supersonic
- Two brothers from a Manchester council estate
- Three years from rehearsals to Knebworth
- Interviews with Noel, Liam and their mother
Supersonic is good for you if…
- you want to hear the early Oasis songs at full volume.
- you like the fights and the bond between Noel and Liam.
- you like a rise to fame told by the people who lived it.
Supersonic is bad for you if…
- you can't stand a story full of drink and drugs.
- you can't root for two arrogant brothers who boast and brawl their way to the top.
About: fame · brotherhood · ambition
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