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The Go-Go's documentary premieres on Sky Arte

other · 2026-04-27

The documentary 'The Go-Go's', directed by Alison Ellwood, will air on Sky Arte on Friday, September 10. The film chronicles the all-female punk band from Los Angeles, which debuted in 1981 with the album 'Beauty and the Beat' and quickly became an international phenomenon. The band members—Charlotte Caffey, Belinda Carlisle, Gina Schock, Kathy Valentine, and Jane Wiedlin—narrate their own story, including the internal tensions and excesses that threatened their rapid rise. Sky Arte's site is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.

Key facts

  • Documentary 'The Go-Go's' directed by Alison Ellwood
  • Airs on Sky Arte on Friday, September 10
  • Band formed in Los Angeles
  • Debut album 'Beauty and the Beat' released in 1981
  • Members: Charlotte Caffey, Belinda Carlisle, Gina Schock, Kathy Valentine, Jane Wiedlin
  • Film covers internal tensions and fame-related excesses
  • Sky Arte site powered by Artribune

Entities

Artists

  • Alison Ellwood
  • Charlotte Caffey
  • Belinda Carlisle
  • Gina Schock
  • Kathy Valentine
  • Jane Wiedlin

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Los Angeles
  • Italy

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