“Born Innocent: The Redd Kross Story,” is a documentary about the LA punk band Redd Kross, directed by Andrew Reich. It tells the story of the McDonald brothers and their band’s long career in rock music. On Friday, fans in Phoenix attended a special screening at Hello Lincoln, followed by a Q&A with Steven McDonald. He shared, “We would never make our own documentary, as impressed as we are by ourselves,” according to Phoenix New Times.
Reich's documentary on Redd Kross covers the band's history and their impact on artists like Pearl Jam, Dinosaur Jr., Black Flag, and the Linda Lindas. It emphasize key moments, such as their 1979 performance with Black Flag at an 8th-grade graduation party. "Born Innocent" goes beyond just telling their story, showing the band's dedication to staying true to their art. As Steven McDonald said, “There was a little bit of trust that had to take place. Neither Jeff nor myself wanted to make something that was insincere." The film shows Redd Kross's lasting influence on the Southern California rock scene and their evolution as a unique underground band, as stated by Phoenix New Times and Paste Magazine.
The release of "Born Innocent: The Redd Kross Story" comes at a time when the band has just released a new self-titled album, regarded by many to be their best work yet, accompanied by a successful U.S. and European tour, and the publication of their book, "Now You’re One of Us: The Incredible Story of Redd Kross." With a rollout that Jeff McDonald describes as "really exciting," the band is finally getting the recognition they deserve after decades of rock and roll. Fans can check out screening dates and locations, with some events featuring live Q&As with the band, as reported by Phoenix New Times.
