Stop Making Sense
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- Synopsis
- Stop Making Sense was the first feature-length documentary effort of filmmaker Jonathan Demme. The director's subject is The Talking Heads, a new-wave/pop-rock group comprised of David Byrne, Chris Franz, Tina Weymouth and Jerry Harrison....
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- Starring
- Bernie Worrell, Alex Weir, Steve Scales
- Director(s)
- Jonathan Demme
- Distributor(s)
- Palm Pictures
- MPAA Rating
- PG
- Runtime
- 88 min.
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Critic Reviews
San Francisco Chronicle | Edward GuthmannAdd Critic to Favorites
Has there ever been a live concert film as vibrant or as brilliantly realized? I don't think so. [Review of re-release]Read the full review
The New York Times | Janet MaslinAdd Critic to Favorites
Mr. Demme has captured both the look and the spirit of this live performance with a daring and precision that match the group's own.Read the full review
Chicago Sun-Times | Roger EbertAdd Critic to Favorites
Starting with Mick Jagger, rock concerts have become, for the performers, as much sporting events as musical and theatrical performances. Stop Making Sense understands that with great exuberance.Read the full review
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