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DOC NYC · 2024

DOC NYC 2024

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Devo

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Most impressive for distilling mountains of archival footage, with the help of the trusty talking-head interview.

Jeremy Mathews · 3.5 out of 5
Born in response to the Kent State massacre, new wave band Devo took their concept of "de-evolution" from cult following to near–rock star status with groundbreaking 1980 hit Whip It while preaching an urgent social commentary.

(Country: US, UK; Year: 2024; Director: Chris Smith; Stars: Mark Mothersbaugh)