David Markey

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Desolation Center TrailerAbove, Beneath and Beyond the Valley: The Making of a Musical-Horror-Sex-Comedy Trailer(This Is Known as) The Blues Scale Trailer

David Markey (born December 3, 1963 in Burbank, California) is an American film director. As a self-taught filmmaker and musician, Markey directed, produced, edited, and photographed most of his films, the majority of which has been self-funded and distributed. His work documents the punk scene in Southern California throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Markey has worked with Sonic Youth, Nirvana, Mudhoney, Redd Kross, Circle Jerks, The Ramones, Black Flag and the Meat Puppets.

Most Popular David Markey Trailers

Total trailers found: 25

Lou Believers Trailer (1988)

01 January 1988

Thurston Moore, Kim Gordon, and Lou Reed roam the streets of Los Angeles searching for James Woods.

Sonic Youth: Corporate Ghost Trailer (2004)

08 June 2004

A compilation of 24 music videos by Sonic Youth ranging from 1990 to 2002. Collaborators include Harmony Korine, Spike Jonze, Todd Haynes, Mark Romanek, Richard Kern, and more.

The Devil's Exorcist Trailer (1975)

01 January 1975

American horror short from 1975. Directed by David Markey.

Goo Trailer (1991)

11 June 1991

In 1991, a long-form music video version of Goo was released on VHS and LaserDisc. A music video for each song from the album was included; the track listing was identical to that of the original album.

(This Is Known as) The Blues Scale Trailer (2004)

12 September 2004

While planning the eventual DVD release for "1991: The Year Punk Broke", Dave Markey cut a 40-minute film out of unused footage to create a companion piece to include.

Cut Shorts Trailer (2006)

06 September 2006

A collection of short films and music videos from independent filmmaker David Markey, from 1974 to 2004.

The Secret Lives of Bill Bartell Trailer (2025)

20 February 2025

Bill Bartell was a multifaceted individual who traversed the punk rock scene, law enforcement, rodeo riding, and country music.

Citizen Tania Trailer (1989)

01 January 1989

The Symbionese Liberation Army kidnaps Patty Hearst, but Patty is all-too-willing to join them, in this strange docudrama by renowned artist Raymond Pettibon.

Summer Has Been Over for a Long Time Trailer (1980)

03 June 1980

A young man watches the bikinis and boogie boarders around him but just can't relate.

Above, Beneath and Beyond the Valley: The Making of a Musical-Horror-Sex-Comedy Trailer (2006)

30 June 2006

Retrospective documentary about the making of the 1970 cult film "Beyond the Valley of the Dolls."

1991: The Year Punk Broke Trailer (1992)

19 November 1992

David Markey's documentary of life on the road with Sonic Youth and Nirvana during their tour of Europe in late 1991.

Desolation Center Trailer (2018)

16 March 2018

The untold story of a series of Reagan-era guerrilla punk and industrial desert happenings in Southern California that are now recognized as the inspiration for Burning Man, Lollapalooza, and Coachella.

The Slog Movie Trailer (1982)

01 September 1982

A raw and unparalleled DIY documentary about the West Coast Punk scene made by a group of young fans/filmmakers about the bands they loved.

Desperate Teenage Lovedolls Trailer (1984)

13 July 1984

Two girls rediscover their love for playing rock, find a drummer and begin practicing. When one of their mothers intervenes, they run away from home and are forced to fend for themselves on the streets against gangs and rival bands.

Lovedolls Superstar Trailer (1986)

01 January 1986

The Lovedolls return from their untimely demise in this 1986 sequel to "Desperate Teenage Lovedolls". Patch Kelley (Janet Housden) becomes Patch Christ, the leader of an acid-damaged religious cult who rescues has been Kitty Karryall from a boozy, wasted life. Rocking by Redd Kross, Sonic Youth, Meat Puppets, Dead Kennedys, & more!

The Book of Manson Trailer (1989)

05 October 1989

Charles Manson, claiming to be the Second Coming, leads his young followers down the path of sex and murder in this bizarre homage by renowned artist Raymond Pettibon.

Weatherman '69 Trailer (1989)

17 November 1989

Featuring a cast that includes Sonic Youth's Kim Gordon and Thurston Moore, Mike Watt of the legendary hardcore band Minutemen, and Pettibon himself, this deadpan narrative pays dubious homage to the 1960's radical underground.

Dinosaur Jr: Bug Live at 930 Club Trailer (2012)

21 February 2012

Through an online contest, six fans were selected to film Dinosaur Jr. performing Bug in its entirety at the 9:30 Club in Washington, DC in June 2011.

Reality 86'd Trailer (1991)

01 September 1991

Three bands and crew (a combined total of 13 individuals), 2 Dodge Ram extended cab vans, one equipment truck, one PA system traverse the continental US for six months.

Grunge Pedal Trailer (1993)

19 March 1993

Starring Vehicle for Free Kitten. Kim Gordon, Julie Cafritz, & Mark Ibold lounge on suburban lawns, jamming a guitar effects box & Japanese beat boxes.

Sonic Youth: Corporate Ghost (The Videos: 1990-2002) Trailer (2004)

08 June 2004

A collection of music videos by Sonic Youth, spanning from 1990 to 2002.

Skeeno H.C. Rules Trailer (1991)

16 August 1991

Sonic Youth play hockey arena w/ Neil Young in Reno, Nevada. Ten years earlier 7 Seconds recorded the earnest hardcore classic "Skins, Brains, & Guts" EP.

Rap Damage Trailer (1991)

12 April 1991

Thurston on a bender. Shot one day during a break on the Ragged Glory Tour. Hip Hopped-up NYC roadie Maurice Menares plays the psychotic sidekick/bunny.

The Reinactors Trailer (2008)

16 April 2008

A hilarious and oddly moving look at the exploits of celebrity look-a-likes and film character performers on Hollywood boulevard over the span of a year.

Circle Jerks: My Career as a Jerk Trailer (2012)

03 September 2012

From the beginning, LA punk band the Circle Jerks were rooted in controversy. Formed by ex members of Black Flag and Red Cross (now Redd Kross) in late 1979, the band came to encapsulate the image, sound and energy of California Hardcore Punk.