2025 Lynn Film Festival Day 3: Punk in Africa + Godfathers of Hardcore
Day 3 – Friday, October 3rd
At The Neal Rantoul Vault Theater, the festival dives into the uncompromising energy and history of punk and hardcore music.
🎬 4:00 PM – Punk in Africa
This groundbreaking documentary explores the rise of the multiracial punk movement in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe. Against the backdrop of apartheid and political upheaval, musicians used punk as a tool for rebellion, freedom, and social change.
🎬 7:00 PM – Godfathers of Hardcore
This intimate and electrifying film chronicles the legacy of Agnostic Front, one of New York City’s most influential hardcore bands. It follows frontman Roger Miret and guitarist Vinnie Stigma as they reflect on decades of shaping a movement while grappling with the challenges of aging, loyalty, and staying true to the scene.
Day 3 offers a powerful double-feature that connects the global roots of punk with the enduring fire of hardcore, showcasing how music shapes culture, community, and resistance.