The Talking Heads are set to reunite at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) for a special Q&A session with filmmaker Spike Lee on Monday, September 11. This event will occur right after the premiere of A24’s 4K restoration of “Stop Making Sense,” the iconic Jonathan Demme concert film that marked its 40th year since being filmed in 1983 and released in 1984. Global IMAX theaters will be part of the celebration, screening both the restoration and the Q&A on the same night, with a broader IMAX release set for September 22, followed by a general theater release a week later.
David Byrne, one of the Talking Heads’ members, opened up about the restoration and his personal growth in a conversation with People magazine. He admitted to having been a difficult person in his younger days, acting like a “little tyrant” during some Talking Heads performances. However, he learned to value collaboration, recognizing that both sides benefit more from a good relationship rather than a dictatorial approach. Reflecting on his current relationship with his former bandmates, Byrne revealed that, while they are on cordial terms and keep in touch, they don’t spend much time together.
The Spike Lee Q&A will take place at Toronto’s Cineplex’s Scotiabank IMAX Theatre. Alongside the theatrical re-release, music lovers can also look forward to Rhino’s release of the full “Stop Making Sense” concert on vinyl and digital formats for the first time, scheduled for tomorrow, August 18.
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When and where will the Talking Heads reunite for the Q&A with Spike Lee?
The Talking Heads will reunite at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on Monday, September 11, for the Q&A session with Spike Lee.
What is being celebrated with the 4K restoration of “Stop Making Sense”?
The 4K restoration of “Stop Making Sense” celebrates the 40th anniversary of the classic Jonathan Demme concert film that was shot in 1983 and released in 1984.
Where will the 4K restoration be screened?
The 4K restoration will be screened in Global IMAX theaters, followed by a wide IMAX release on September 22 and a full theater release a week later.
What did David Byrne say about his relationship with his former bandmates?
David Byrne said that they have a cordial relationship now and are in touch, but they don’t hang out together.
When and where will the full “Stop Making Sense” concert be released on vinyl and digitally?
Rhino will release the full “Stop Making Sense” concert on vinyl and digitally for the first time on August 18.
More about fokus keyword Talking Heads
- Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)
- A24’s Stop Making Sense restoration
- Cineplex’s Scotiabank IMAX Theatre
- Rhino’s release of Stop Making Sense
- People magazine’s interview with David Byrne
5 comments
Wow, Talking Heads back together, even if its just for a Q&A!! can’t wait to see the 4K restoration. my parents used to love them!
Didnt know about Byrne’s past attitude. Great to see people grow and change, makes me admire him even more.
Spike Lee and Talking Heads in one event. this is a dream come true, anyone else going to TIFF to catch this?
ahh, the memories. saw them live in 85, and now this restoration brings it all back, got to love the 80’s.
Rhino releasing Stop Making Sense on vinyl? take my money now!!