# Foo Fighters: Back and Forth (2011)

> A candid, energetic rockumentary follows Foo Fighters from post-Nirvana beginnings to the making of Wasting Light.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/42289

## Facts

- Runtime: 101 min
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Director: James Moll
- Cast: Dave Grohl, Chris Shiflett, Pat Smear, Taylor Hawkins, Nate Mendel, Bob Mould
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1853563/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: energetic, candid, nostalgic, concert night, music discovery

## Synopsis

A deep dive into the rise of a rock legend, showcasing the journey of a band that transformed the music scene.

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