GWAR is a heavy metal band formed in Richmond, Virginia in 1984. Most are outcasts from art school where their heavy metal comic book style are dismissed. They don wild costumes of self-created comic characters while playing their music. This is a documentary detailing the parade of different members over the years as they gather a small loyal following. Sure, I remember GWAR back in the day. I remember seeing them on TV in the early 90's. It always felt like a gimmick, but I can see how people can fall in love as fans. I don't know these people and I'm not that invested in their stories. I do get the sense of joy and satisfaction of being in the band. It's the story of all indie bands who ride on stinky buses across the country and sleeping on the floor. The film is fine. It's charming in its sweet sincerity.
Review of This is Gwar
