Who the Fuck is That Guy?: The Fabulous Journey of Michael Alago (2017) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

2017 · 85 mins · English

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Directed by

Drew Stone

Starring

Rob Zombie, Danny Fields, James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, Eric Bogosian

This film recounts the remarkable life of Michael Alago, a gay Puerto Rican growing up in a Hasidic Brooklyn neighborhood. A chance encounter on the subway launched him on a musical journey that significantly influenced the New York City music scene and beyond. From his teenage years at legendary venues like Max’s Kansas City and CBGB to his role as a talent booker at the Ritz and later as an A&R executive who signed Metallica, the film portrays the extraordinary career of a beloved New York City icon. Directed by Drew Stone and produced by Michael Alex, it's a portrait of a unique and influential figure.