Fridey At The Hydey (NR)

synopsis

"A place for scumbags and no-hopers who play rock'n'roll." The Hyde Park Hotel played a significant role in Perth's local alternative music scene. Fridey at the Hydey explores this piece of Perth music history, its rise and fall, its characters, and ultimate corporate takeover. This documentary deals with the loss of culture in Perth at the hands of councils and globalisation. The Hydey became synonymous with punk rock, and although the pub had a particular reputation, the film chronicles the real story; not only its owners, employees, punters and the bands that played there, but also and most importantly, the love that they all still hold in their hearts for the pub that will live on beyond its demise.