L7: Pretend We're Dead

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Overview

A real time journey witnessing the rise, fall, and ultimate redemption of the fierce feminist pioneers of American grunge punk: L7.

Cast: Donita Sparks, Suzi Gardner, Demetra Plakas, Jennifer Finch, Courtney Love, more

Director: Sarah Price

Genres: Documentary

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L7: Pretend We're Dead

Overview

Cast

Donita Sparks

Suzi Gardner

Demetra Plakas

Jennifer Finch

Courtney Love

Shirley Manson

Lydia Lunch

Allison Wolfe

Brody Dalle

Joan Jett

Krist Novoselic

Butch Vig

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