
Depeche Mode 101(1989)
A fascinating documentary focusing on backstage realities of art and business during the British synthesizer band's 1988 American tour.


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

David Byrne
Self - Vocals, Guitar

Chris Frantz
Self - Drums, Vocals

Jerry Harrison
Self - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals

Tina Weymouth
Self - Bass, Percussion, Vocals

Ednah Holt
Self - Backing Vocals

Lynn Mabry
Self - Backing Vocals
Steven Scales
Self - Percussion
Alex Weir
Self - Guitar, Vocals

Bernie Worrell
Self - Keyboards
Stop Making Sense is a documentary, music film released in 1984 exploring themes of concert, rock band, concert film, post-punk, new wave, energetic. Directed by Jonathan Demme, it stars David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison. 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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