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The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

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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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Past Is a Grotesque Animal
  • Genres: Documentary, Music
  • Release Date: 2014-06-15
  • Runtime: 77 minutes
  • Rating: 5.889/10 (9 votes)
  • Budget: $100
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Wrecking Crew, Polyvinyl Records Co., Shrine, Oscilloscope
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2957
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Dottie Alexander

Dottie Alexander

as Self

Derek Almstead

Derek Almstead

as Self

David Barnes

David Barnes

as Self

Kevin Barnes

Kevin Barnes

as Self

Nina Barnes

Nina Barnes

as Self

Janelle Monáe

Janelle Monáe

as Self

Solange

Solange

as Self

Susan Sarandon

Susan Sarandon

as Self

Jon Brion

Jon Brion

as Self

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

THE PAST IS A GROTESQUE ANIMAL - Official Theatrical Trailer (HD)-Oscilloscope Laboratories

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?

The Past Is a Grotesque Animal is a Documentary, Music movie directed by . It was released on 2014-06-15.

Who are the main actors in The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?

The main cast includes Dottie Alexander, Derek Almstead, David Barnes, Kevin Barnes, Nina Barnes, .

Where can I watch The Past Is a Grotesque Animal online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Past Is a Grotesque Animal is available.

Is The Past Is a Grotesque Animal based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?

The Past Is a Grotesque Animal has an IMDb rating of 5.889/10 based on 9 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?

The movie had a production budget of $100 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?

The soundtrack was composed by Wrecking Crew, Polyvinyl Records Co., Shrine, Oscilloscope. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Past Is a Grotesque Animal filmed?

The Past Is a Grotesque Animal was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?

The total runtime of The Past Is a Grotesque Animal is 77 minutes.

Is The Past Is a Grotesque Animal suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Past Is a Grotesque Animal?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Past Is a Grotesque Animal.

Does The Past Is a Grotesque Animal have a post-credit scene?

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