In the late 1970s, Manhattan was a gritty and impoverished city, plagued by crime and overrun with rats. Despite its rough exterior, it was a hub for artistic expression, with music, art, fashion, and filmmaking flourishing amidst a culture of excess and rebellion.
Blank City
The 1970s punk rock scene in New York saw a surge in independent filmmaking, fueled by a desire for artistic freedom.
