Plot Summary
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?
Movie Details
- Original Title
- The Past Is a Grotesque Animal
- Status
- released
- Original Language
- en
- Budget
- $100
Where to watch free (US)
Kanopy
Hoopla
Cineverse
Tubi TV
Cast
Production Companies
Wrecking Crew
Polyvinyl Records Co.
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