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Stop Making Sense (1984)
Director: Jonathan Demme
Cast: David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison, Tina Weymouth
Runtime88 min
RatingU
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A concert film documenting Talking Heads at the height of their popularity, on tour for their 1983 album "Speaking in Tongues." The band takes the stage one by one and is joined by a cadre of guest musicians for a career-spanning and cinematic performance that features creative choreography and visuals.
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Stop Making Sense, the 1984 concert film directed by Jonathan Demme, offers an exhilarating and innovative look at the iconic Talking Heads at the peak of their musical powers, with dynamic performances and creative staging that immerses the viewer in the energy and artistry of the live show.
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Stop Making Sense is a 1984 American concert film featuring a live performance by the American rock band Talking Heads. The film was directed by Jonathan Demme and executive produced by Gary Kurfirst, the band’s longtime manager. The film was shot over four nights in December 1983 at Hollywood’s Pantages Theatre while Talking Heads were on tour promoting their 1983 album, Speaking in Tongues. Stop Making Sense includes performances of the early Talking Heads single, "Psycho Killer" (1977), through to their most recent hit at the time, "Burning Down the House" (1983). It also includes songs from the solo career of frontman David Byrne and by Tom Tom Club, the side project of drummer Chris Frantz and bassist Tina Weymouth.
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