Rock Out
"Unburying the queer roots of rock, punk & metal."
Released just last year. Rock Out is a documentary/music film. directed by Dustin Lance Black.
Synopsis
In electric, personal, and historical ways, this riveting documentary explores whether there is, or ever was, a home for Queer in the hyper-masculine, black painted worlds of heavy metal, punk and rock & roll. Excavating the often-veiled queer lives of some of the greatest culture-defining disruptors and masterminds of music in the 1960s and 70s, Rock Out demands to know what unique value ‘gay’ brought to creating and revolutionising rock, punk, and metal – from the perspective of managers, producers, artists and fans – and why those contributions have been left buried for so long.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gerber Pictures
- Live Nation Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Out about?
In electric, personal, and historical ways, this riveting documentary explores whether there is, or ever was, a home for Queer in the hyper-masculine, black painted worlds of heavy metal, punk and ...
Who directed Rock Out?
Rock Out was directed by Dustin Lance Black.
How long is Rock Out?
Rock Out has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
When was Rock Out released?
Rock Out was released on June 21, 2025 in theaters.