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The Past Is a Grotesque Animal
The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

2014

The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

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?

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1hr 17mins

Documentary, Music

June 15, 2014

5.5

IMDb

Language

English

Status

Released

Title:

The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

Overview:

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?

Genres:

Documentary, Music

Languages:

English

Runtime:

1hr 17mins

Country Origin:

US

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