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entertainment2 years ago

Talking Heads Reunite for Epic 'Stop Making Sense' Reunion

The band Talking Heads reunited for a Q&A session at the Toronto International Film Festival following the world premiere of the 4K Imax restoration of their classic concert film, "Stop Making Sense." The band members expressed their joy at being together again and reminisced about the film's creation and the late director Jonathan Demme's vision. Despite their past tensions, the band displayed a happy demeanor and deference towards each other. The film will be released exclusively in Imax theaters starting on September 22.

via Los Angeles Times|
#concert-film#entertainment#jonathan-demme
music2 years ago

"Musical Legends Reflect on the Resurgence of 'Stop Making Sense'"

The iconic Talking Heads concert documentary, "Stop Making Sense," has been restored from its original negatives and will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film, directed by Jonathan Demme, captures the band's energetic and innovative performance style, blending rock, funk, and African rhythms. The restored version includes the entire concert set and aims to introduce a new generation of fans to the band's influential music. The film's release has also brought the band members together to discuss their landmark achievement and mend fences after their split in 1991.

via The New York Times|
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entertainment2 years ago

Talking Heads' iconic concert film "Stop Making Sense" to return to theaters in restored 4K.

A24 has acquired the rights to the 1984 concert film Stop Making Sense, directed by Jonathan Demme and featuring Talking Heads. The movie studio will release a 4K restoration of the film in theaters later this year. Stop Making Sense is widely considered the greatest concert film of all time, capturing the band at the perfect moment in their career. A new version of the soundtrack album will also be released. A24 has been exploring re-releasing classics of American indie cinema, including Darren Aronofsky’s first feature Pi.

via Polygon|
#a24#concert-film#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

A24 to Restore and Re-Release Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense in 4K.

A24 will restore and re-release the 4K version of Jonathan Demme's 1984 concert film, Stop Making Sense, later this year. The film was shot over three nights at Hollywood's Pantages Theater in December 1983 and was added to the National Film Registry in 2021. A deluxe edition of the Stop Making Sense soundtrack will also be released on vinyl and digitally on August 18.

via Pitchfork|
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