The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years

Penelope Spheeris documents the flamboyant Los Angeles glam metal scene of the late 1980s, mixing live performances with candid interviews from rock icons such as Ozzy Osbourne, Lemmy Kilmister and members of Kiss, Aerosmith and Megadeth.

This music documentary turns its camera on the heavy metal world of late-1980s Los Angeles, focusing on the extravagance of the glam metal subset and those chasing fame on the Sunset Strip. Director Penelope Spheeris blends concert footage with frank conversations, drawing appearances from the likes of Dave Mustaine, Ozzy Osbourne, Chris Holmes, Lemmy Kilmister, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons. It is the second instalment in her Decline of Western Civilization series.