The Joy of Disco

This film explores the transformative impact of a widely criticized music genre that ultimately reshaped the world. From 1969 to 1979, disco emerged, fueled by the gay liberation movement and women’s empowerment during the feminist era, paving the way for contemporary club culture before becoming a global sensation. This rise, however, sparked the ‘Disco Sucks’ movement and an unavoidable backlash. The documentary features insights from notable figures such as Nile Rodgers, Robin Gibb, Kathy Sledge, and Ian Schrager.