Pioneers of Electronic Music, Volume 1: Richie Hawtin 17 years old

The film draws from the important stages and events in Richie Hawtin’s personal and artistic life, and follows Hawtin’s transformation from introverted and transplanted computer nerd into a DJ and techno-entrepreneur. The 70 min documentary features an extensive archive of unreleased photos, video and interviews. Of special interest are Hawtin’s relationship with his family, especially his technophile dad, his fascination with Detroit and his early DJ gigs.

Credits

Pioneers of Electronic Music, Volume 1: Richie Hawtin Cast

Name Character
Sven Väth He was 42, now 59 years old as Himself
Kevin Saunderson He was 42, now 59 years old as Himself
Mike Banks He was 6, now 24 years old as Himself
John Acquaviva He was 43, now 61 years old as Himself
Magdalena Chojnacka She was 31, now 49 years old as Herself
Richie Hawtin He was 36, now 53 years old as Himself
Derrick May He was 43, now 61 years old as Himself

Pioneers of Electronic Music, Volume 1: Richie Hawtin Crew

Name Department
Maren Sextro as Director. Directing
Holger Wick as Director. He was 44 (now 61) years old Directing
Holger Wick as Producer. He was 44 (now 61) years old Production
Patrick Protz as Camera Operator. Camera
Sven Müller as Camera Operator. He was 26 (now 44) years old Camera
Sonja Ewald as Camera Operator. Camera
Sebastian Kerz as Color Timer. Editing
Pioneers of Electronic Music, Volume 1: Richie Hawtin (17 years)

  • Release day: Tuesday, November 21, 2006
  • Runtime: 108 minutes