David Byrne
9 titles
Filmography
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Stop Making Sense
(1984)An innovative concert movie for the rock group Talking Heads.

David Byrne's American Utopia
(2020)Experience a filmed version of the acclaimed Broadway show David Byrne's "American Utopia," directed by Oscar-winner Spike Lee.

Celia: The Queen
(2008)This documentary includes historical musical performances re-assessed by a panel of esteemed experts, as well as obscure footage, rare interviews and rarely seen photographs. It also contains review, comment, criticism and insight from; Broadcaster and friend of Freddie, Paul Gambaccini, Peter Stringfellow, Wayne Sleep; Rock Journalists, Malcolm Dome.

Hream
(2019)Partnering with fellow music students and accomplished artists, a 30-year nurse and late-bloomer songwriter embarks on a world tour in the 1980s.

John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch
(2019)John Mulaney and his kid pals tackle existential topics for all ages with catchy songs, comedy sketches and special guests in a nostalgic variety special.

Wild Combination: A Portrait of Arthur Russell
(2008)Director Matt Wolf's critically acclaimed documentary examines the life and work of Arthur Russell, an influential singer, songwriter, cello player and disco auteur who died tragically in 1992. The film blends archival footage with illuminating interview segments featuring some of Russell's colleagues and most notable collaborators, including poet Allen Ginsberg, composer Philip Glass and indie pop sensation Jens Lekman.

We Want the Funk!
(2025)WE WANT THE FUNK! is a syncopated voyage through funk’s history, from its African and jazz roots to James Brown’s early work and the rise of Parliament Funkadelic. Distinctly urban, funk reflected a post-Civil Rights sensibility. The film explores the symbiotic relationship between funk’s explosion and the political and racial dynamics of 1970s inner-city America.

Paul Simon: Under African Skies
(2012)Under African Skies tells the story behind the incredible journey, history and evolution of Paul Simon's Graceland, and explores the cultural and political climate of South Africa 25 years ago.

Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall
(2016)Documentary by Spike Lee about the 'King of Pop', MICHAEL JACKSON, which follows him from his early years at Motown Records until his legendary first solo album Off the Wall.