Stop Making Sense

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This energy only arises when there is steadfast confidence in a visionary idea. At no point do you feel like the band or Demme hummed and hawed over whether the opening of Byrne alone in a solo capacity was too low-key, whether the enlarged suit might be distracting, or even whether the steady introduction of new elements might become fraught and jarring. It feels simply like pure, unbridled creative flow, executed with sincerity and passion. That is an infectious force to behold—so infectious, in fact, that all the subtle messages behind the orchestration, the Japanese theatre inspirations, and commentary on culture are subsumed within a simple blunderbuss of fun. When this film was first released, there was much talk about which cinemas were going to be able to show it at “concert volume”; it would be great if they could all provide that now, but it’s not vital. The pleasure of the music is overpowering. Few gigs have captured the imagination of music lovers as much as Stop Making Sense. Almost forty years on, and it’s still considered the greatest musical performance ever captured, witnessed in its enduring legacy, Jonathan Demme’s subsequent fame found in Philadelphia and The Silence of the Lambs, a renewed interest following its incoming theatrical run, and its persisting parodies. One such spoof we collectively love at Norman is the ‘Final Transmission’ episode of Documentary Now!, where American comic Fred Armisen leads the final concert from new wave group Test Pattern. Featuring original songs written in the style of the Talking Heads, a segue parodying Tom Waits’ Big Time, and interview clips made up of spiels from inflated egos, it’s made with such sharp attention to detail that it’s clear it comes from a place of adoration, not of lampooning. That means every detail of the Talking Heads' celebrated concert, from the big suits to the grandstanding, crowd-pleasing hits, will look and sound sharper and more immersive than ever before, helping you rediscover a groundbreaking moment in music history.

You’re going to see all the parts being assembled; you’re going to hear for yourself what each musician adds to the sound. 'Oh, that’s what that person does.' And then everything gets put into effect together."Fresh off his acclaimed comedy Melvin and Howard (1980), rising filmmaker Jonathan Demme turned his attention to the in-vogue group Talking Heads, fronted by David Byrne. Showcase and Showcase Cinema de Lux are committed to providing you with the ultimate film-going experience. Design [Booklet Designed By - With], Liner Notes [Booklet Written By - With] – Jeff Ayeroff*, Michael Hodgson (2)

IMAX utlises a greatly expanded aspect ratio (1.90:1 versus anamorphic widescreen's 2.39:1), which fuses with a boldremastering process, dual projection and perfectly tuned surround sound.Stop Making Sense” stars core band members David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz and Jerry Harrison along with Bernie Worrell, Alex Weir, Steve Scales, Lynn Mabry and Edna Holt.The live performance was shot roughly 40 years ago over the course of three nights at Hollywood’s Pantages Theater in December of 1983. It features Talking Heads’ most memorable songs, including “Burning Down the House,”“Once in a Lifetime” and “This Must Be the Place.” The beauty of the film, however, is that by the end, this divide has, indeed, been eviscerated. You watch on, immersed in the magic of live music. It barely matters that you weren’t there because the filmmaking itself makes up for any shortfall in ‘live’ vitality. Soon, as you sip your red wine on a Friday night-in, you feel as though you have the best seat in the house anyhow. There is a rare swell of euphoria as the gathering grooves embalm you in rhapsody.