The Boston Film Festival opens its 42nd season with the world premiere of Unleashed Spirits: The Rise of the Hollywood Vampires on September 18 at the Boch Center-Wang Theatre. Directed by Daniel E.
The documentary tracks the band from early rehearsals and recording sessions to large-scale global performances. The film highlights collaborations with musical talent both on and behind the stage as the group transformed from an improbable gathering of famous friends into a live touring act.
A live, in-person Q&A follows the September 18 screening.
Production credits for Unleashed Spirits include Paul Geary, Ernie Boch Jr., Leslie Atkins, Steve Moss, Shep Gordon, David Kernan, and Andrew Ward.
The Boston Film Festival runs from September 17 through September 21, marking its 42nd season.
Live Album Release and Festival History
Ahead of the documentary premiere, the Hollywood Vampires released a digital live album capturing their 2018 performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival. The release serves as a tribute to Motörhead icon Lemmy Kilmister. A physical CD version is scheduled for release on October 16 through earMusic.
Alice Cooper led the original Hollywood Vampires in the 1970s as a drinking and social club, a history the new documentary examines in detail.
Upcoming Holiday Benefit Concert
Alice Cooper also announced the return of his annual charity event, scheduling the 24th annual Christmas Pudding fundraising concert for December 12 in Phoenix. The holiday benefit features guest appearances from Lzzy Hale and Joe Hottinger of Halestorm, Dee Snider, and John 5 and the Creatures.