NWOBHM /New-Wob-Um/

Director

Joseph Elkamouri | melka001@gold.ac.uk

Sound

Shuruq Alkhodair | ssalk001@gold.ac.uk

Producer/Editor

James Hutchinson | jhutc004@gold.ac.uk

Cinematography/Editor

Umbreen Rajah | uraja001@gold.ac.uk

Embark on a captivating journey through the dynamic landscape of late 1970s and early 1980s Britain, where amidst the backdrop of economic uncertainty and social upheaval, a seismic harmonious movement took shape.

Our documentary immerses viewers in the pulsating heart of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM), intertwining intimate narratives from members of three seminal bands with evocative archival footage. Through their personal reflections, we explore into the profound influence of this genre-defining movement on both individual lives and the broader music community. From thundering drums to blistering guitar riffs and soaring vocals – join us as we uncover the untold stories and unyielding spirit of an era that forever changed the landscape of music.