The Past Is a Grotesque Animal

A personal, accessible look at an artist - Kevin Barnes, frontman of the endlessly versatile indie pop band of Montreal - whose pursuit to make transcendent music at all costs drives him to value art over human relationships. As he struggles with all of those around him, family and bandmates alike, he's forced to reconsider the future of the band, begging the question - is this really worth it?

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  Kevin Barnes

  Self
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  Janelle Monáe

  Self
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  Solange

  Self
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  Susan Sarandon

  Self
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  Jon Brion

  Self