Talking Heads' concert film Stop Making Sense is returning to cinemas

Special merchandise is also available

David Byrne of Talking Heads
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 18th Jan 2024

Following Talking Heads' concert film Stop Making Sense re-release last year, it will be returning to selected cinemas this month. The film celebrated its 40th anniversary last year, which also saw the band reunite at Toronto International Film Festival.

This time around the remastered version of the film will be shown in cinemas around the world, including the UK.

Details of the locations and date were revealed by A24, in an Instagram post which read: 'Stop Making Sense is going back on tour. Monthly residency screenings begin Jan 27 in select cities with special merch and 4K Blu-ray pre-order available at every screening.'

Despite the promo video showing London as the only UK date other dates are available across the UK.

Announcing the release of the 4k remastered version of the film last year, a clip was shown where David Byrne can be seen collecting his famous oversized suit.

How to buy tickets to see Stop Making Sense

You can buy tickets to see Stop Making Sense from the official website, where you can search by location.

What is Stop Making Sense?

Stop Making Sense is a concert film starring the American group Talking Heads. The film was filmed over four nights at Hollywood's Pantages Theatre in December 1983, when the band were touring their album 'Speaking in Tongues'.

'Speaking in Tongues' featured songs such as 'Burning Down the House' and 'This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)'.

The band is also known for their hits 'Road to Nowhere' and 'Once in a Lifetime'.

What is the special merchandise available?

According to A24, 'special merch and 4K Blu-ray' is available at the showings, and also available to preorder.

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