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Tom Morello on Co-Directing ‘The Ballad of Judas Priest’: ‘What a Time to Be Alive Where You Can Both Make a Documentary About Your Favorite Band and Fight Fascism’

February 15, 2026 at 04:29 PM
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Tom Morello on Co-Directing ‘The Ballad of Judas Priest’: ‘What a Time to Be Alive Where You Can Both Make a Documentary About Your Favorite Band and Fight Fascism’
Tom Morello discussed the inherent political nature of his directorial debut “The Ballad of Judas Priest” at its Berlin Film Festival press conference, saying that the band is a model for “how we all can do better.” When asked to weigh in on the conversation surrounding politics at this year’s Berlinale, Morello said: “What a […]

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Tom Morello discussed the inherent political nature of his directorial debut “The Ballad of Judas Priest” at its Berlin Film Festival press conference, saying that the band is a model for “how we all can do better.” When asked to weigh in on the conversation surrounding politics at this year’s Berlinale, Morello said: “What a […] This article provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of current events.
Tom Morello discussed the inherent political nature of his directorial debut “The Ballad of Judas Priest” at its Berlin Film Festival press conference, saying that the band is a model for “how we all can do better.” When asked to weigh in on the conversation surrounding politics at this year’s Berlinale, Morello said: “What a […] Home Film Festivals Feb 15, 2026 8:29am PT Tom Morello on Co-Directing ‘The Ballad of Judas Priest’: ‘What a Time to Be Alive Where You Can Both Make a Documentary About Your Favorite Band and Fight Fascism’ By Ellise Shafer Plus Icon Ellise Shafer Latest Charli xcx Brings ‘Brat’ to Berlin With ‘The Moment’ Premiere and Says She’s Ready for a New Era: ‘But I Don’t Know What That Is’ 17 hours ago Dua Lipa Surprises Berlin Film Festival as Callum Turner’s Valentine’s Day Date to ‘Rosebush Pruning’ Premiere 22 hours ago Sean Baker on His ‘Instantaneous Connection’ With Michelle Yeoh on Set of Short ‘Sandiwara’ and His Next Film: ‘My Love Letter to Italian Sex Comedies of the ’60s and ’70s’ 22 hours ago See All Getty Images Tom Morello discussed the inherent political nature of his directorial debut “The Ballad of Judas Priest” at its Berlin Film Festival press conference, saying that the band is a model for “how we all can do better.” When asked to weigh in on the conversation surrounding politics at this year’s Berlinale, Morello said: “What a time to be alive, where you can both make a documentary about one of your favorite bands and fight fascism at the same time.” Related Stories Billie Eilish Says 'F--- Ice' During Grammy Win: 'No One Is Illegal on Stolen Land'

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