Shadowplayers: Factory Records & Manchester Post-Punk 1978-1981 (2006)

Synopsis: This in-depth and intelligent two-hour documentary follows the rise of Manchester's influential Factory Records label in the late 1970s and early '80s. Directed by James Nice, the program features... This in-depth and intelligent two-hour documentary follows the rise of Manchester's influential Factory Records label in the late 1970s and early '80s. Directed by James Nice, the program features honest and revealing interviews with more than 20 key players and witnesses, including founder Anthony H. Wilson and musicians like Peter Hook (of New Order and Joy Division), Howard Devoto (of the Buzzcocks), and Chris Watson (of Cabaret Voltaire). Exploring the facts and debunking the myths, SHADOWPLAYERS touches on topics ranging from the Factory Club to Peter Saville's renowned and accomplished graphic design to the suicide of Joy Division's Ian Curtis. [More]

Starring: Anthony H. Wilson, Peter Hook, Peter Saville, Chris Watson

Starring: Anthony H. Wilson, Peter Hook, Peter Saville, Chris Watson, Vini Reilly, New Order

Director: James Nice

Director: James Nice

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