Global Metal

In 'Global Metal', filmmakers Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn embark on an enlightening exploration of the global impact of heavy metal music beyond its traditional strongholds of Europe and North America. Viewers are taken on a thrilling odyssey through Asia, South America, and the Middle East as anthropologist Sam Dunn delves into the underground realms of emerging extreme music scenes. From Indonesian death metal to Chinese black metal to Iranian thrash metal, this documentary sheds light on a global community of metal enthusiasts who not only consume Western influences but also adapt and evolve these styles into new forms of cultural expression in societies often characterized by conflict, corruption, and consumerism. As the film reveals, heavy metal transcends geographical barriers, becoming a unifying force for like-minded individuals across diverse cultures, fostering a sense of camaraderie and creative rebellion.