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David Byrne's American Utopia
Music · Documentary · 2020
A filmed version of David Byrne's Broadway show, a unifying musical celebration that inspires audiences to connect to each other and to the global community.
Movie details
David Byrne's American Utopia
2020 Music · Documentary 1h 45m
Critical arithmetic
One number, for now.
Scores change. Arguments endure.
TMDB
7.5 / 10
Community rating
A filmed version of David Byrne's Broadway show, a unifying musical celebration that inspires audiences to connect to each other and to the global community.
CriticWise case file
What this film says about your taste.
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The archetype split
Who fights over David Byrne's American Utopia?
For the defence
The Prestige Tourist
“You like your greatness pre-approved.”
Read their case For the prosecution
The Popcorn Loyalist
“Big screen, big feelings, no apologies.”
Read their objectionThe split comes from the same five-axis model used by the test, not audience ratings or review sentiment.
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Names above the title
The people responsible.
Cast & crew
Directed by
Spike Lee
Written by
David Byrne
David Byrne
Self - Lead Singer & Performer
Chris Giarmo
Self - Vocals/Dance & Vocal Leader
Tendayi Kuumba
Self - Vocals/Dance
M
Mauro Refosco
Self - Percussion & Drum Section Leader
K
Karl Mansfield
Self - Keyboard & Band Leader
A
Angie Swan
Self - Guitar
B
Bobby Wooten III
Self - Bass
Court is in session
Put David Byrne's American Utopia on trial.
Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.
The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist
“Importance has entered the chat.”
The production keeps announcing its significance, as though awards-season posture were proof of insight.