Stranglers in the Night (1985)

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The French TV series Les Enfants du Rock produced a documentary on The Stranglers during the release of their eighth studio album, Aural Sculpture. Being a French production, the film leans heavily on Jean-Jacques Burnel, featuring moments such as him performing “Euroman” from his solo career, teaching a karate class, and even strolling the streets in drag. The documentary captures a unique and engaging portrait of the band: Jet Black delivers reflective monologues straight to camera, Hugh Cornwell is interviewed mid-workout, Dave Greenfield demonstrates how he can program his keyboard to “answer” interview questions, and the band is even shown selling their own Strangled magazine on a street corner. Songs performed are Punch and Judy, Aural Sculpture Manifesto, London Lady, Midnight Summer Dream, Euroman (JJ Solo), Strange, Little Girl, Uptown and Paradise

Director: Michel Vuillermet
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 47 min
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Editing: Michèle Rollin
Production: Antenne 2
Country: France, United Kingdom
Language: English, Français
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Michel Vuillermet
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stranglers in the Night about?
The French TV series Les Enfants du Rock produced a documentary on The Stranglers during the release of their eighth studio album, Aural Sculpture. Being a French production, the film leans heavily on Jean-Jacques Burnel, featuring moments such as him performing “Euroman” from his solo career, teaching a karate class, and even strolling the streets in drag. The documentary captures a unique and engaging portrait of the band: Jet Black delivers reflective monologues straight to camera, Hugh Cornwell is interviewed mid-workout, Dave Greenfield demonstrates how he can program his keyboard to “answer” interview questions, and the band is even shown selling their own Strangled magazine on a street corner. Songs performed are Punch and Judy, Aural Sculpture Manifesto, London Lady, Midnight Summer Dream, Euroman (JJ Solo), Strange, Little Girl, Uptown and Paradise
Who directed Stranglers in the Night?
Stranglers in the Night was directed by Michel Vuillermet.
Who stars in Stranglers in the Night?
Stranglers in the Night stars Jean-Jacques Burnel, Hugh Cornwell, Dave Greenfield, Jet Black, Anna Von Stern, France Lhermitte.
How long is Stranglers in the Night?
Stranglers in the Night has a runtime of 47m (47 minutes).
What genre is Stranglers in the Night?
Stranglers in the Night is a Documentary film.
Where was Stranglers in the Night produced?
Stranglers in the Night was produced in France, United Kingdom.