DEVO
Directed by Chris Smith
Produced by Vice Studios, Library Films
A documentary about a provocative new wave band born from tragedy, exploring their satirical critique of society through performance art and their journey to mainstream success.
Originally formed amidst the chaos of the 1970 Kent State anti-Vietnam War protest killings, the not quite new wave band Devo scored a hit with "Whip It" and gained mainstream success with their message of societal "de-evolution."
Essence
Ensemble
Mark Mothersbaugh
Self
Gerald V. Casale
Self
Robert Mothersbaugh
Self
Alan Myers
Self (archive footage)
Bob Casale
Self (archive footage)
Brian Eno
Self (archive footage)
Michael W. Schwartz
Rod Rooter (archive footage)
Mark Goodman
Self (archive footage)
Elliot Roberts
Self (archive footage)
Robert Mothersbaugh Sr.
General Boy (archive footage)
David Bowie
Self (archive footage)
Chuck Statler
Self (archive footage)
Like DEVO
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as DEVO
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like DEVO, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like DEVO, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like DEVO, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
