Two rarely screened documentaries capture St Kilda’s sticky carpet heyday
Two documentaries, Punkline and Last Drinks, are being screened at The Astor Cinema as part of the St Kilda Film Festival. These films focus on the vibrant music and punk scenes of St Kilda, showcasing the audience's perspective rather than just the bands. Filmmakers Tony Stevens and Kate Morrow aim to capture the essence of a bygone era in St Kilda's cultural history.
- ▪Punkline features footage from the Crystal Ballroom, while Last Drinks documents the final days of the Prince of Wales Hotel.
- ▪The films highlight the fashion and attitude of the audiences attending gigs in the 1980s.
- ▪Filmmaker Tony Stevens collaborated with Sue Davis to capture the unique atmosphere of live music events.
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