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Theory of Obscurity A Film About the Residents (2015)

Name: Theory of Obscurity A Film About the Residents
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2020-06-29
Duration: 1 hr 27 min
Rating: 68
Cast: Matt Groening, Les Claypool, Penn Jillette, Jerry Harrison, Gary Panter

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Theory of Obscurity A Film About the Residents

NR 1 hr 27 minMar 14th, 2015Documentary, Music

Theory of Obscurity tells the story of the renegade sound and video collective known as The Residentsa story that spans 40 years and is clouded in mystery Many details surrounding the group are secret including the identities of its members They always perform wearing masks and costumes which is part of their magic At its heart this story is about perseverance and chasing your dream The Residents never caved to convention They never compromised Theyve followed their muse for decades and thousands of fans have hung on for the ride Along the way theyve also inspired many people to be weird take chances and find their own voice

StarringMatt GroeningLes ClaypoolPenn Jillette

DirectorDon Hardy Jr.

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