This documentary attempts to resolve the true etymology of the term "black metal." Should the genre be attributed to the Norwegians, the Swedes, or another group entirely? Some of the most beloved metal bands--including Dark Funeral, …

Based on Scandinavian Viking lore, Black Metal borrows from ancient Viking melodies, lyrics and mythology dating back to the 11th century. The new wave of Black Metal heroes give their take on the current state of the genre as well as on the founding fathers of Black Metal like MAYHEM, BATHORY and IMMORTAL and the extreme, almost inhuman acts that surround this controversial subculture.

Based on Scandinavian Viking lore, Black Metal borrows from ancient Viking melodies, lyrics and mythology dating back to the 11th century. The new wave of Black Metal heroes give their take on the current state of the genre as well as on the founding fathers of Black Metal like MAYHEM, BATHORY and IMMORTAL and the extreme, almost inhuman acts that surround this controversial subculture.