Master of Puppets was the third album released by Metallica in 1986 and was the last recorded before bassist Cliff Burton's tragic death. It is widely considered a landmark in the history of heavy metal.

This DVD critically assesses the album and discusses the musical influences of the most successful heavy metal group of all time. Drawing on rare footage of Metallica in performance, this powerful and penetrating film features the impartial and forthright views of a leading team of critics and working musicians.

In order to ensure editorial freedom the film has not been censored, viewed or approved by past or present management of Metallica.