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DirectorBob Carruthers
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Release Date2006
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Runtime1 hr 4 min

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Based on the history of Nirvana, the American rock band from Seattle, Washington, the documentary Nirvana - The Path From Incesticide To In Utero tells the story of how the band achieved success in the alternative music scene of the early 1990s. The documentary begins with the release of the 1992 album "Incesticide," which was a compilation of previously unreleased tracks, demos, and B-sides. Nirvana's popularity had been growing since their 1991 album "Nevermind," which featured radio hits like "Smells Like Teen Spirit" and "Come As You Are." But with "Incesticide," Nirvana's sound became even more raw and chaotic, as they experimented with punk and metal influences. 201r5c
Through interviews with band , friends, and music critics, the documentary explores Nirvana's creative process during this time. The band discuss how they wanted to push the boundaries of what was considered "rock music," and how they were influenced by underground, independent bands like Sonic Youth and the Pixies.
The documentary also delves into the darker side of Nirvana's rise to fame. The band's frontman, Kurt Cobain, struggled with drug addiction and depression, and the film explores how this affected his songwriting and his relationships with the other band . The documentary features interviews with Cobain's family and friends, who discuss his troubled childhood and his eventual suicide in 1994.
As Nirvana worked on their third album, "In Utero," tensions within the band were growing. The documentary explores the conflict between Cobain and the record label, as well as the band's decision to work with producer Steve Albini, who had a reputation for creating stripped-down, uncompromising recordings.
Through footage of the band's performances and studio sessions, as well as interviews with of the Nirvana camp, the documentary gives viewers a glimpse into the creative process behind "In Utero." The band discuss how they wanted to create an album that would challenge the expectations of their fans and critics, and how they experimented with different sounds and structures.
Overall, Nirvana - The Path From Incesticide To In Utero is a fascinating look at one of the most influential bands of the 1990s. The documentary not only explores the musical innovations and cultural impact of Nirvana, but also the personal and emotional struggles of the band . For fans of the band and of alternative music, this is a must-see documentary.