The Gits
The Gits

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The first time Matt Dresdner heard Mia Zapata sing, he knew she was destined to front the punk rock group he dreamt of forming. In the fall of 1986, at Ohio's Antioch College, Dresdner, Andrew Kessler, Steve Moriarty, and Zapata became The Gits. In 1989, they relocated to Seattle, WA, in search of a new life and a larger audience. The Gits quickly gained popularity in the Seattle music scene of the early 1990s, distinguishing themselves with their soulful street punk at a tim... (Full plot summary below)

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Actors in The Gits:

Mia Zapata
Joe Spleen
Matt Dresdner
Steve Moriarty
Kathleen Hanna
Joan Jett

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The first time Matt Dresdner heard Mia Zapata sing, he knew she was destined to front the punk rock group he dreamt of forming. In the fall of 1986, at Ohio's Antioch College, Dresdner, Andrew Kessler, Steve Moriarty, and Zapata became The Gits. In 1989, they relocated to Seattle, WA, in search of a new life and a larger audience. The Gits quickly gained popularity in the Seattle music scene of the early 1990s, distinguishing themselves with their soulful street punk at a time when "grunge" was putting Seattle on the map. Characterized by powerful, driving music and Zapata's poetic lyrics, major record labels took notice. But just as The Gits were poised to explode onto the national music scene, an unfathomable tragedy struck. On July 7, 1993, Mia Zapata was raped and murdered in Seattle while walking home one night. Without warning, this promising band faced a horrific end and the fabric that built this tight knit music community began to unravel. In 2003, one year into filming "The Gits" documentary, a swab of saliva DNA left on Zapata's body solved the ten-year mystery which still haunted her friends, family, and fans since the day of her death so long ago. This film celebrates the band's enduring musical legacy while embracing the soul of the legendary Mia Zapata and the love that so many hold in their hearts for a band that continues to touch lives.

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User Review - 10/10 by Jason EMy introduction to The Gits, was from a San Francisco band named Spokepoker who had a song that was a tribute to Mia Zapata and just a beautiful lyric by Valerie Stadler, of course it got me onto The Gits which I also fell in love with, I had lived up in Seattle and walked what I thought the road she may have taken. Hearing first hand that her killer had been caught but so hollow in the same way all lives that are abruptly ended by violence. None of those experiences prepared me for the film I was about to see. This film is a documentary makers dream, as awful and terrible the story is, it is incredibly compelling and the performances are equal to 'The Kids Are Alright' as the labor of love is just so present in every moment. The access to the artists and friends of the artists is unprecedented. Everyone who knew this woman, loved her. You forget that people like that even exist, and like so many, an angel taken too quickly, without grace. The story that truly shines is that of the people she influenced and the incredible resilliance of her father who I have to say, have never seen a more pure soul in understanding in sphere-of-self and grace. Also a inspiration for me in the way The Gits grew from nothing to a community that came together to make something wonderful together. They were not adversarial with other bands. They were partners. If you need a little extra star power, imagine seeing Joan Jett playing with the surviving members to raise funds to hire a detective and you can see the stretch this band had. If we could all just set aside our bullshit and just start and band and sing about what is on your mind. If you like honest music and if you are a fan of indie and a fan of punk, you have GOT to see this movie. Call me up, I'd love to see it again!
User Review - 10/10 by Derek GI found this movie in the 99 cent bin in Chicago this summer. I was familair with the Gits and lead singer Mia Zapata who was violently raped and murdered on July 7/1993 in her hometown of Seattle Washington. I expected it to be a collection of their songs, live performances etc, but had no idea what a great piece of film this is. Tracing their roots from a young punk band when Seattle was becoming "the place" in the early 90's and following the members after Mia is murdered and the eventual capture of the pig who killed her I finished the movie an emotional mess searching Amazon for Gits CD's, they have 4. A great great movie, a lost talent RIP Mia Zapata. Genius.
User Review - 10/10 by Adam RThis is a fantastic documentary about the Seattle punk band. Mia Zapata was brilliant! Tells the story of their rise in critical acclaim and mentoring of other bands until Zapata was brutally raped and murdered in 1993. Watch it!
User Review - 10/10 by Lee BThis is an excellent film that sensitively handles a heartbreaking event. Beyond the headlines, however, the film does a brilliant job at capturing the art, rock and soul of one of music's most enduring rock legends--Mia Zapata. The film focuses on the band The Gits and their charismatic lead singer whose influence continues to inspire countless musicians, songwriters and artists all these years later. Viva Zapata!
User Review - 10/10 by Rob MThis is a fantastic documentary about the Seattle punk band. Mia Zapata was brilliant! Tells the story of their rise in critical acclaim and mentoring of other bands until Zapata was brutally raped and murdered in 1993. Watch it!
User Review - 8/10 by Tim NGripping, exciting, heartbreaking. I really wish this band - and especially their singer - were still here. This really underlines what's been lost.
User Review - 8/10 by Melanie MInteresting doc even if aren't into that kind of music. Best part: I can't tell you, but it's worth watching the movie to discover for yourself.
User Review - 8/10 by Lauri Avery cool. did NOT use any of the usual, easy ways to tug at heartstrings. still, I was hiding my face from the boyfriend cuz, quite honestly, I was embarrassed by how much and how hard I cried. Rilly hit me hard.
User Review - 8/10 by Jessie VI like that they focused on the band and music when it would have been so easy to dwell on the tragic ending, but still gave respectful coverage to Mia's death. Well made, excellent interviews and fantastic live footage. You really get the feeling that these bands not only created their own community, but a family as well.
User Review - 8/10 by Gregory CI wasn't familiar with the band, but they seemed to be a real gem. The story was really deep and difficult. This is one of the best music docos I've come across.

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