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Release Year2021
Runtime—
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresMusic, Documentary
Votes8
DirectorStuart Ramsay
WritersStuart Ramsay
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.4 out of 10
Cast8 credited
Also Known AsWhen Nirvana Came to Britain
About When Nirvana Came to Britain
A look at the special relationship between Nirvana and the UK on the 30th anniversary of their seminal album Nevermind, including the role Britain played in paving the way for their success.
Directed by Stuart Ramsay, When Nirvana Came to Britain leans on a strong ensemble — Kurt Cobain, Krist Novoselic, Dave Grohl — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about music titles of 2021.
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