The Cult Music Documentary ‘Heavy Metal Parking Lot’ Turns Middle-Age
The New York Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- On May 31, 1986, Judas Priest performed with Dokken at the Capital Center in Landover, Maryland, marking a significant moment in heavy metal history.
- Documentary filmmakers John Heyn and Jeff Krulik arrived early to film the tailgating scene in the parking lot before the concert doors opened.
- Using a borrowed Sony Trinicon video camera and microphone, the filmmakers engaged with heavily intoxicated young fans who were enthusiastic about sharing their experiences.
- The footage captured offers a raw glimpse into the fan culture surrounding heavy metal concerts in the mid-1980s.
