Hell's Bells: The Dangers of Rock 'N' Roll

Aug 1, 1989

3h 5m

★ 6.0

Overview

Journey through the dark side of rock as Hell's Bells unmasks the message behind the music. There you will look squarely into the face of something beyond the human potential - the spiritual power of rock and roll. Hell's Bells - The Dangers of Rock and Roll is shockingly real most comprehensive presentation ever done on the musical seduction of today's youth coupled with a positive message. Eric Holmberg, writer and host of Hell's Bells, spent his young adult life immersed in the rock music scene. This first-hand experience coupled with several years of research has produced this video - the most exhaustive analysis ever done on rock's spiritual roots

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

American Portrait Films

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