Fifty years is a long time to stay loud and proud. To celebrate that milestone, Iron Maiden are the subject of a new documentary called Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition. The film promises more than concert footage. It aims to show how the band helped shape a cultural movement and how heavy metal has influenced society and culture at large.
Who appears in the documentary
The movie is directed by English filmmaker Malcolm Venville and produced by Dom Freeman, who has executive produced documentaries about Cure, Depeche Mode and James Blunt in the past. Expect a mix of archival material and fresh interviews with the band and a range of friends and peers, including:
- Javier Bardem (yes, the actor shows up)
- Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine
- Lars Ulrich of Metallica
- Chuck D of Public Enemy
What the film promises
The official line says the documentary offers an intimate look at Iron Maiden's uncompromising vision and the strong bond they share with fans worldwide. Expect a blend of behind the scenes stories, archival clips and personal interviews that aim to capture why the band still matters after five decades.
Release info: Burning Ambition opens in Italian cinemas on May 14.
Also, the trailer is already being talked about. If you like heavy riffs, history and people who refuse to quiet down, this one is for you.
