Pavements Film Screening

As preparations get underway for Pavement's sold-out 2022 tour, surreal tributes emerge, including an off-Broadway musical adaptation of their songs and a shamelessly awards-baiting Hollywood biopic, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. The film, titled Pavements, is a docufiction that incorporates scripted scenes with documentary footage of the band, a musical stage play consisting of songs from their discography, and a museum devoted to their history. Director Alex Ross Perry brings his unique vision to the project, co-writing and co-producing the film, which features the band members themselves, including Stephen Malkmus, Scott Kannberg, and Bob Nastanovich.

The film has been well-received by critics, with a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 76 out of 100 on Metacritic, indicating "generally favorable" reviews. Viewers have also responded positively, with some describing the film as a "strange and beautiful hallucination" that is both "messy, meta, ironic, and sometimes even absurd" but also "deeply heartfelt". Others have appreciated the film's ability to invent and reinvent the story of the cult band, working in an ironic look at traditional biopics and the music industry.

Pavements is a comedy, music, and documentary film that runs for 128 minutes and is rated 15. The film is in English and is a joint production between the United States and Germany. The film's unique approach and blend of genres have earned it several awards and nominations, including two wins and eight nominations. On Sunday, 1 November 2026, the film will be screened at the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts in Brighton. Tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article.

The screening of Pavements at the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts is a rare opportunity to see this experimental film on the big screen. The centre's commitment to showcasing innovative and avant-garde cinema makes it the perfect venue for this unique film. With its blend of documentary footage, scripted scenes, and musical stage play, Pavements is a must-see for fans of Pavement and anyone interested in experimental cinema. The film's exploration of the band's history and legacy, as well as its commentary on the music industry, make it a thought-provoking and entertaining watch.