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?
At a glance
Countries
United States of America
Ratings
TMDB users
5.5/10
10 votes
Rating consensus
55/100 blend
Sources: TMDB
Cooler blended reception — weighted ~55/100 across 1 rating source. The listed meters mostly agree.
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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The Past Is a Grotesque Animal (2014)
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