Theory of Obscurity: A Film About the Residents

2015 - ENGLISH - MOVIE

Documentary Music

Theory of Obscurity tells the story of the renegade sound and video collective known as The Residents. A story that spans 40 years and is clouded in mystery. Many details surrounding the group are secret, including the identities of its members. Our film takes viewers inside this incredibly private group with unprecedented access to their archives and their recent 40th anniversary tour. The Residents have released than 60 albums, performed all over the world and inspired many people to be weird, take chances and find their own voice. Now, our film will introduce The Residents to a whole new generation. Written by Anonymous Theory of Obscurity: A Film About the Residents is a 2015 English-language Documentary film starring Jerry Casale, Les Claypool, Chris Combs, Nolan Cook, Carla Fabrizio, Jon Fishman and Steve Seid. Theory of Obscurity: A Film About the Residents was released on 1st July 2017.
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    6.7/10
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    61%
  • Rating
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Release Date01 JUL 2017
Language

English

Genre

Documentary , Music

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Theory of Obscurity: A Film About the Residents Reviews and Ratings

Average Review Rating : positive

59.38%

Positive Review Rating : 61%

61%
    • Dennis Harvey

      Theres plenty of eye and ear catching stimulation in this survey of the Residents 40 year career. ( Read More )
    • John DeFore

      Stuffed with examples of the nose thumbing spirit that has sustained their popularity despite the bandmates refusal to reveal their individual identities, the film is a fine primer for the curious. ( Read More )
    • Peter Keough

      The film is a must see for those who want to be introduced to the band, even if part way through you may find that youve hit your limit. ( Read More )
    • Josh Rosenblatt

      The task of parsing the meaning behind all their conceptual madness is left to a small but faithful army of fans, who speak lovingly of the bands devotion to art at the expense of commercial success. ( Read More )
    • Marty Mapes

      Music documentary offers exposure to The Residents, but its mostly for fans ( Read More )
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