The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

2014
1h 17min

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?

The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

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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?
    Released
    15 June 2014
    Runtime
    1h 17min
    Director
    Budget
    $100
    Genre
    Status
    Released
    Language
    English
    Production
    Wrecking Crew, Polyvinyl Records, Shrine, Oscilloscope
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