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The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

5.5/10 2014 1h 17m Released
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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?

Director: Jason Miller
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Top Cast

Dottie Alexander
Dottie Alexander
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 Derek Almstead
Derek Almstead
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 David Barnes
David Barnes
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 Kevin Barnes
Kevin Barnes
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 Nina Barnes
Nina Barnes
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 Janelle Monáe
Janelle Monáe
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 Solange
Solange
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 Susan Sarandon
Susan Sarandon
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 Jon Brion
Jon Brion
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