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Stop Making Sense is a 1984 American concert film featuring a live performance by the American rock band Talking Heads. Directed by Jonathan Demme, it was shot over four nights at Hollywood's Pantages Theatre in December 1983, when Talking Heads were touring to promote their 1983 album Speaking in Tongues.
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1984 · 1h 28m · Documentary · Music
TMDB 8.3/10 (379 votes)
A concert film documenting Talking Heads at the height of their popularity, on tour for their 1983 album "Speaking in Tongues." The band takes the stage one by one and is joined by a cadre of guest musicians for a career-spanning and cinematic performance that features creative choreography and visuals.
Directed by Jonathan Demme
Box office $12M worldwide
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Jonathan DemmeDirector
David Byrneas Self - Vocals, Guitar
Chris Frantzas Self - Drums, Vocals
Jerry Harrisonas Self - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals
Tina Weymouthas Self - Bass, Percussion, Vocals
Ednah Holtas Self - Backing Vocals
Lynn Mabryas Self - Backing VocalsSSteven Scalesas Self - PercussionAAlex Weiras Self - Guitar, Vocals
Bernie Worrellas Self - Keyboards