Review of Hype! (1996) by Merle G — 15 Oct 2006

Excellent documentary about the Grunge scene.

This review of Hype! (1996) was written by Merle G on 15 Oct 2006.

Hype! has generally received very positive reviews.

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An excellent documentary combined with an amazing soundtrack. Hype! will bring anyone, grunge fan or not, into the movie and never want to leave…

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