Brighton Screens Devo Documentary

The Devo documentary has received impressive scores, including 7.6 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 7.7 on TMDB, indicating a widely positive reception.

What is the film about? The documentary explores the story of Devo, a new wave band that emerged from the turmoil of the 1970 Kent State anti-Vietnam War protest killings and went on to achieve mainstream success with their message of societal "de-evolution" and hits like "Whip It".

Who made the film and who's in it? The documentary was directed by Chris Smith and features interviews with Mark Mothersbaugh, Gerald V. Casale, Robert Mothersbaugh, Alan Myers, Bob Casale, Brian Eno, Michael W. Schwartz, and Mark Goodman, offering a unique insight into the band's history and creative process.

What kind of film is it and how can I see it? The film is a 94-minute documentary, classified as a music documentary, and it will be screened at the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts in Brighton on Monday, 9 November 2026; tickets are with the button beside the article.