Movie·2014·1h 17m
The Past Is a Grotesque Animal
Country
United States of America
Language
English
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The Story
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?
Written By
Andrew Napier
Cinematography
Jason Miller
Themes
Production House
Audience Score
10 votes
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// cast
Cast
Dottie Alexander
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Derek Almstead
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David Barnes
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Kevin Barnes
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Nina Barnes
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Janelle Monáe
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Solange
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Susan Sarandon
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Jon Brion
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// crew
Crew
Jason Miller
Director of Photography, Director, Writer
Andrew Napier
Writer
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