This special limited edition slipcover (designed by Steak Mtn) is limited to 1,000 units and is only available on the Vinegar Syndrome website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them. This release also contains special features like new audio commentary from the director and cast, unreleased material, and an original essay by critic A.S. Hamrah.
The Icarus Line Must Die is a dramatic narrative feature set against the backdrop of the current LA underground music scene. The film tracks Joe Cardamone, front man of notorious punk bad boys The Icarus Line as he navigates his way through the ups and downs of the modern music landscape. With a new record completed and a major label deal within sight, Joe fights to keep his band, his relationship and his life from completely falling apart.
Ariel Pink, Keith Morris (Black Flag/Circle Jerks), Pearl Charles, Melissa Brooks (The Aquadolls), Justin Pearson, Rafael Reyes (Prayers) and Jerry Stahl (Permanent Midnight) are featured along with performances by Pink Mountaintops, Together Pangea, The Icarus Line, Retox, Obliterations and Annie Hardy of Giant Drag.
directed by: Michael Grodner
starring: Joe Cardamone, Keith Morris, Jerry Stahl
2017 / 82 min / 1.78:1 / English DTS-HD 5.1 and 2.0
Additional info:
Region A Blu-ray
Audio Commentary from Michael Grodner & Joe Cardamone
Audio Commentary from Annie Hardy & Joe Cardamone
Unreleased Scene with Annie Hardy & Joe Cardamone
Unreleased Concert footage of the Icarus Line from the Echoplex
Essay from critic A.S. Hamrah
English SDH subtitles
