Stop Making Sense (1984)

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Released:
1984-10-19

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.

Director:
Jonathan Demme

Runtime:
1h 28min

Genre:
Documentary, Music

  • Cast:
  • David Byrne
    as
    Self - Vocals, Guitar
  • Chris Frantz
    as
    Self - Drums, Vocals
  • Jerry Harrison
    as
    Self - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals
  • Tina Weymouth
    as
    Self - Bass, Percussion, Vocals
  • Ednah Holt
    as
    Self - Backing Vocals