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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 / 10 (394 votes)

Overview

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.

Release Date October 19, 1984
Runtime 88 min
Genres Documentary, Music
Status Released
Budget $1,200,000
Revenue $12,471,520
Trailers & Videos
Official Trailer Trailer
Burning Down the House - Official Clip Clip
David Byrne practicing his moves for Stop Making Sense. Behind the Scenes
Official Promo Teaser
Official Trailer Trailer
Production Studios
Talking Heads Films Arnold Stiefel Company
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Top Billed Cast
David Byrne
David Byrne Self - Vocals, Guitar
Chris Frantz
Chris Frantz Self - Drums, Vocals
Jerry Harrison
Jerry Harrison Self - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals
Tina Weymouth
Tina Weymouth Self - Bass, Percussion, Vocals
Ednah Holt
Ednah Holt Self - Backing Vocals
Lynn Mabry
Lynn Mabry Self - Backing Vocals
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