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?
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Stop Making Sense
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Release Date: 1984-11-16
- Runtime: 88 minutes
- Rating: 8.3/10 (303 votes)
- Budget: $1,200,000
- Revenue: $12,471,520
- Production Companies: Talking Heads Films, Arnold Stiefel Company
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.4302
- Languages: French, English
Cast & Crew
David Byrne
as Self - Vocals, Guitar
Chris Frantz
as Self - Drums, Vocals
Jerry Harrison
as Self - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals
Tina Weymouth
as Self - Bass, Percussion, Vocals
Ednah Holt
as Self - Backing Vocals
Lynn Mabry
as Self - Backing Vocals
Steven Scales
as Self - Percussion
Alex Weir
as Self - Guitar, Vocals
Bernie Worrell
as Self - Keyboards
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
Burning Down the House - Official Clip
David Byrne practicing his moves for Stop Making Sense.
Official Trailer
Official Promo
Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stop Making Sense?▼
Stop Making Sense is a Documentary, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1984-11-16.
Who are the main actors in Stop Making Sense?▼
The main cast includes David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison, Tina Weymouth, Ednah Holt, .
Where can I watch Stop Making Sense online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Stop Making Sense is available.
Is Stop Making Sense based on a true story?▼
Why stop making sense? Why a movie? Why a big suit? Where do the odd movements come from? What will the band do next?
What is the IMDb rating of Stop Making Sense?▼
Stop Making Sense has an IMDb rating of 8.3/10 based on 303 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Stop Making Sense?▼
The movie had a production budget of $1,200,000 and earned $12,471,520 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Stop Making Sense?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Talking Heads Films, Arnold Stiefel Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Stop Making Sense filmed?▼
Stop Making Sense was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Stop Making Sense?▼
The total runtime of Stop Making Sense is 88 minutes.
Is Stop Making Sense suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Stop Making Sense?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Stop Making Sense.
Does Stop Making Sense have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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