The Past Is a Grotesque Animal (2014)
A personal, accessible look at an artist - Kevin Barnes, frontman of the endlessly versatile indie pop band of Montreal - whose pursuit to make transcendent music at all costs drives him to value art over human relationships. As he struggles with all of those around him, family and bandmates alike, he's forced to reconsider the future of the band, begging the question - is this really worth it?
Director: Jason Miller
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 77 min
Release Date: June 15, 2014
Cast
- Dottie Alexander - Self
- Derek Almstead - Self
- David Barnes - Self
- Kevin Barnes - Self
- Nina Barnes - Self
- Janelle Monáe - Self
- Solange - Self
- Susan Sarandon - Self
- Jon Brion - Self
Screenplay
Cinematography: Jason Miller
Production: Wrecking Crew, Polyvinyl Records Co., Shrine, Oscilloscope
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $100
Original Language: en
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Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Past Is a Grotesque Animal about?
- A personal, accessible look at an artist - Kevin Barnes, frontman of the endlessly versatile indie pop band of Montreal - whose pursuit to make transcendent music at all costs drives him to value art over human relationships. As he struggles with all of those around him, family and bandmates alike, he's forced to reconsider the future of the band, begging the question - is this really worth it?
- Who directed The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?
- The Past Is a Grotesque Animal was directed by Jason Miller.
- Who stars in The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?
- The Past Is a Grotesque Animal stars Dottie Alexander, Derek Almstead, David Barnes, Kevin Barnes, Nina Barnes, Janelle Monáe.
- How long is The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?
- The Past Is a Grotesque Animal has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
- What genre is The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?
- The Past Is a Grotesque Animal is a Documentary, Music film.
- What is the budget of The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?
- The Past Is a Grotesque Animal had a budget of $100.
- Where was The Past Is a Grotesque Animal produced?
- The Past Is a Grotesque Animal was produced in United States of America.