The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel

This documentary examines the early years of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, focusing on how the group blended hip-hop, punk, and funk during the 1980s. It highlights the significant creative impact of founding guitarist Hillel Slovak and the effect of his death from a drug overdose just as the band was gaining global fame. Through honest interviews, members Anthony Kiedis, Michael Flea, and Jack Irons reflect on their artistic evolution both before and after the loss of their colleague.

Directed by Ben Feldman and produced by Marc D'Agostino, the film was produced in the United States by Polygram Entertainment, Submarine Entertainment, and Asta Entertainment. The cast features Anthony Kiedis, Flea, and Jack Irons, alongside Alain Johannes and James Slovak. Archive footage is used to include Hillel Slovak. The production involved a credited crew of 45 and a cast of 21. Since its release on March 13, 2026, the film has maintained a positive reception from viewers, holding a rating of 7.3/10 on TMDB based on 44 votes.