Sam Dunn, a 30-year-old anthropologist, sets out to study the culture of heavy metal, which he has been a part of since childhood. He embarks on a global journey to understand why this music is stereotyped, dismissed, and condemned, yet loved passionately by millions. Along the way, he explores the genre's themes of sexuality, religion, violence, and death, and discovers aspects of the culture that even he can't defend.
Metal: A Headbanger's Journey
Exploring the complexities of the heavy metal music scene, this film delves into the reasons behind the stigma surrounding its devoted fans.