In the middle of nowhere, we found something that changed us forever.
A feature length documentary by Ricky Leighton.
In rural Maine, Kathy Findlay’s underground venue becomes a refuge for isolated teenagers, where a local scene supported by bands like Agnostic Front, Terror, 100 Demons, and Slapshot offers a sense of belonging.
Upcoming Screenings
July 18 & 19
August 8
August 27
October 3
Old Town Theatre
Old Town, ME.
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Downeast Hardcore: Stories from the Kave
Downeast Hardcore: Stories from the Kave tells the extraordinary story of Kathy Findlay, an occupational therapist who transformed her rural Maine home into a haven for generations of young people. What began as a place for local hardcore shows became a refuge where teenagers found acceptance, lifelong friendships, and a sense of belonging. Through intimate interviews and decades of archival footage, the film reveals how one woman’s compassion and unwavering belief in others changed countless lives, proving that sometimes the greatest impact begins simply by opening your door.
Featuring members of:
- Agnostic Front
- Colin of Arabia
- Full Blown Chaos
- Slapshot
- Cruel Hand
- Outbreak
- Risk
- 100 Demons
“We had something so good…and it was filled with a soundtrack none of us could have imagined.”
– Chris S.
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Ricky Leighton is a filmmaker and video director from Maine whose work focuses on character driven stories rooted in place and community. Growing up in rural Maine, he developed an early interest in documenting the people and environments around him, which continues to shape his perspective as a storyteller.
