Doc’n Roll Film Festival’s 12th London edition returns to the Century Club with an exclusive showcase of premiere short films with directors Q&A.
THIS MUST BE THE SCENE dives into the sound and fury of alternative music culture. From Yello’s unforgettable Oh Yeah to Detroit’s indie rock boom, Aki Nawaz’s punk defiance, and London’s ongoing rock ’n’ roll fight, these films capture the passion, politics and raw energy that keep scenes alive.
OH YEAH!
Nick Canfield| US| 2025| 17 min
The Swiss duo Yello created Oh Yeah, one of the most iconic songs of the 1980s. Made famous by Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, it epitomises American pop culture while showcasing Yello’s 45-year avant-garde career. This film explores its legacy and the unique artists behind it.
IS THAT THERE IS?
Kelli Miller | US| 2025| 30 min
At the millennium’s turn, Detroit’s indie rock exploded with The White Stripes and more gaining acclaim. Yet beneath the headlines, countless underground voices shaped the scene. This film revisits that overlooked era, exploring the fine line between hype, history and creative reality.
MORE PUNK THAN PUNK
Azeem Rajulawalla| UK| 2025| 24 min
Since the 1970s, Aki Nawaz has wrestled with his place in the world as an artist, a Pakistani and a punk. In 2006, he channels these frustrations into his most controversial album to date.
ROCK’N ROLL AIN’T DEAD WHILE WE ARE LIVING
Milena Starkova| UK| 2025| 12 min
A journey into modern London’s rock ‘n’ roll scene, featuring Laurie Wright and his band, exploring the genre’s legacy, its cultural roots, and its fight for relevance in today’s mainstream
