Metallica: Some Kind of Monster
After bassist Jason Newsted quits the band in 2001, heavy metal superstars Metallica realize that they need an intervention. In this revealing documentary, filmmakers follow the three rock stars as they hire a group therapist and grapple with 20 years of repressed anger and aggression. Between searching for a replacement bass player, creating a new album and confronting their personal demons, the band learns to open up in ways they never thought possible.
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About Metallica: Some Kind of Monster
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster is a 2004 English-language documentary and music film directed by Joe Berlinger and Bruce Sinofsky. The cast is led by James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett. It has a runtime of 2h 20m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster was produced by Electra Entertainment and Vertigo and made in United States of America. It was released on June 10, 2004, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Joe Berlinger, Bruce Sinofsky
- Release date
- June 10, 2004
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Electra Entertainment, Vertigo
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster cast & crew
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster was directed by Joe Berlinger and Bruce Sinofsky.
The cast features James Hetfield as Self, Lars Ulrich as Self, Kirk Hammett as Self, Robert Trujillo as Self, Jason Newsted as Self, and Dave Mustaine as Self.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Wolfgang Held and it was produced by Joe Berlinger and Jon Kamen.
Is Metallica: Some Kind of Monster worth watching?
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 246 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed documentary films.
At 2h 20m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy documentary and music, Metallica: Some Kind of Monster is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Metallica: Some Kind of Monster
James Hetfield
Self
Lars Ulrich
Self
Kirk Hammett
Self
Robert Trujillo
Self
Jason Newsted
Self
Dave Mustaine
Self
Bob Rock
Self
Phil Towle
Self
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Metallica: Some Kind of Monster in United States?
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.
▸What language is Metallica: Some Kind of Monster in?
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Metallica: Some Kind of Monster?
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).
▸What is Metallica: Some Kind of Monster rated?
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster is rated R. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 246 ratings.
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