Stop Making Sense(1984)

Why stop making sense? Why a movie? Why a big suit? Where do the odd movements come from? What will the band do next?

83

1h 28m

  • Documentary,
  • Music

Overview

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.

Cast

  • David Byrne

    David Byrne

    Self - Vocals, Guitar

  • Chris Frantz

    Chris Frantz

    Self - Drums, Vocals

  • Jerry Harrison

    Jerry Harrison

    Self - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals

  • Tina Weymouth

    Tina Weymouth

    Self - Bass, Percussion, Vocals

  • Bernie Worrell

    Bernie Worrell

    Self - Keyboards

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    Status

    Released (Nov 16, 1984)

    Budget

    $1,200,000

    Revenue

    $12,471,520

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