Don't Fall in Love with Yourself

Don't Fall in Love with Yourself is a documentary that explores the life of enigmatic musician and artist, Justin Pearson. From childhood tragedy to his rise in the San Diego punk scene, Don't Fall in Love with Yourself takes an in-depth look at a career made out of blood, sweat and spit.

Much of the footage has been sourced from dozens of VHS & Mini-DV tapes recorded over the past three decades. With never-before-seen footage of one of the most interesting and unique musical movements is recent memory.

Interviews include Justin Pearson, Dave Lombardo, Eric Paul, Gabe Serbian, Jason Pettigrew, Travis Ryan, Jeremy Bolm, Jon Syverson, Molly Neuman and more.

Directed by: Jon Nix
Starring: Justin Pearson, Dave Lombardo, Jeremy Bolm, Travis Ryan, Eric Paul, Gabe Serbian, Jason Pettigrew
2023 / 93 min / 1.78:1 / English