Movie

Nova '78

“The Past Was Louder Than You Think”

20251h 18m

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Good to know

Director: Rodrigo Areias, Aaron Brookner
Release date: 2025-08-08
Runtime: 1h 18m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Portugal
Studio: Bando à Parte

About Nova '78

Nova '78 is a 2025 movie in the Documentary and Music genres, directed by Rodrigo Areias and Aaron Brookner, starring Philip Glass, Frank Zappa and William S. Burroughs. It has a runtime of 1 hour 18 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Nova '78 in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Resurrected through UK-led archival restoration NOVA 78' shows never-before-seen footage of the legendary Nova Convention where William Burroughs, Patti Smith, Zappa, Ginsberg and more collided in an explosion of ideas, art and rebellion.

Cast

Philip Glass

Self (archive footage)

Frank Zappa

Self (archive footage)

William S. Burroughs

Self (archive footage)

Timothy Leary

Self (archive footage)

Patti Smith

Self (archive footage)

Allen Ginsberg

Self (archive footage)

Laurie Anderson

Self (archive footage)

John Cage

Self (archive footage)

Anne Waldman

Self (archive footage)

James Grauerholtz

Self (archive footage)

Peter Orlovsky

Self (archive footage)

Merce Cunningham

Self (archive footage)

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Nova '78 in Canada?+

Nova '78 is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Nova '78 on Netflix?+

Nova '78 is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Nova '78?+

Nova '78 has a runtime of 1 hour 18 minutes (78 minutes).

Who stars in Nova '78?+

Nova '78 stars Philip Glass, Frank Zappa, William S. Burroughs, Timothy Leary and Patti Smith.

When did Nova '78 come out?+

Nova '78 is a 2025 movie directed by Rodrigo Areias and Aaron Brookner.

What genre is Nova '78?+

Nova '78 is Documentary and Music film.

Who directed Nova '78?+

Nova '78 was directed by Rodrigo Areias and Aaron Brookner.