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The Devil and Daniel Johnston

  • 11-05-2006 8:37am
    #1
    RE*AC*TOR
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    Stunningly powerful documentary, about an american singer songwriter who has been sufferring for most of his life with bipolar disorder (manic depressive).

    In a way, the movie not only explores this character, but suggests a link between the insane and great art. Its a great portrait - recommended viewing (the screen was only half full in the UGC last night - and it was one of the smallest screens - so it may not be shown much longer).

    Oh and my girlfriend really really hated it.


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  • #2
    Earthhorse
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    RE*AC*TOR wrote:
    Oh and my girlfriend really really hated it.

    Did she say why?


  • #3
    RE*AC*TOR
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,482 ✭✭✭RE*AC*TOR


    She disliked the music, his high pitched voice, the grainy tapes being played throughout, and the taped arguements with his mother - it kind of reached a 2 hour crescendo that left her a little on edge.


  • #4
    film_gonzo
    Closed Accounts Posts: 248 ✭✭film_gonzo


    I also saw and thoroughly enjoyed it. I found myself at the start of the movie wondering what the fuss over this guy was, what with the bad singing and guitar playing but by the end I was converted I must say. Compelling and sad, both the man and his music. Must go seek out some cds now.


  • #5
    Brother To God
    Closed Accounts Posts: 184 ✭✭Brother To God


    I really want to see this film!! I,m hoping it comes out on dvd soon,I have only seen the trailer but I love it!! What a genius Daniel Johnston is!


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