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Stop Making Sense

“Why stop making sense? Why a movie? Why a big suit? Where do the odd movements come from? What will the band do next?”

★ 8.3(368)19841h 28m

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Good to know

Director: Jonathan Demme
Release date: 1984-10-19
Runtime: 1h 28m
Language: English
Box office: $12,471,520
Budget: $1,200,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Talking Heads Films

Stop Making Sense — trailer

About Stop Making Sense

Stop Making Sense is a 1984 movie in the Documentary and Music genres, directed by Jonathan Demme, starring David Byrne, Chris Frantz and Jerry Harrison. It has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.3/10 from 368 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Stop Making Sense in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A concert film documenting Talking Heads at the height of their popularity, on tour for their 1983 album "Speaking in Tongues." The band takes the stage one by one and is joined by a cadre of guest musicians for a career-spanning and cinematic performance that features creative choreography and visuals.

Cast

David Byrne

Self - Vocals, Guitar

Chris Frantz

Self - Drums, Vocals

Jerry Harrison

Self - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals

Tina Weymouth

Self - Bass, Percussion, Vocals

Ednah Holt

Self - Backing Vocals

Lynn Mabry

Self - Backing Vocals

Steven Scales

Self - Percussion

Alex Weir

Self - Guitar, Vocals

Bernie Worrell

Self - Keyboards

Themes & keywords

concertrock bandconcert filmpost-punknew waveenergeticexuberant

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Stop Making Sense in Canada?+

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

Is Stop Making Sense on Netflix?+

Stop Making Sense is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Stop Making Sense?+

Stop Making Sense has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

Who stars in Stop Making Sense?+

Stop Making Sense stars David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison, Tina Weymouth and Ednah Holt.

When did Stop Making Sense come out?+

Stop Making Sense is a 1984 movie directed by Jonathan Demme.

What genre is Stop Making Sense?+

Stop Making Sense is Documentary and Music film.

Who directed Stop Making Sense?+

Stop Making Sense was directed by Jonathan Demme.