The Sparks Brothers

The Sparks Brothers is a 2021 music documentary film directed by Edgar Wright. The film revolves around Ron and Russell Mael, the creators of the pop and rock band Sparks.

The Sparks Brothers
Sundance release poster
Directed byEdgar Wright
Produced by
  • Nira Park
  • George Hencken
  • Edgar Wright
  • Laura Richardson
Starring
CinematographyJake Polonsky
Edited byPaul Trewartha
Animation by
Production
companies
  • MRC
  • Complete Fiction
Release date
  • January 30, 2021 (2021-01-30) (Sundance)
Running time
135 minutes[1]
Country
  • United Kingdom
  • United States
LanguageEnglish

The film had its world premiere at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival on January 30, 2021.

Cast

Additionally interviewed are many other collaborators and fans of the band; over 80 individuals are interviewed.

Production

In June 2018, it was announced Edgar Wright would direct an untitled documentary film revolving around the band Sparks, with Media Rights Capital and Complete Fiction producing the film, and Nira Park serving as a producer.[4] Much of the documentary will incorporate vintage film footage and images of the band performing.

Production began in May 2018, beginning with covering the band's concert at the O2 Forum Kentish Town.[5] In April 2020, Wright announced that the film was "nearly finished".[6]

Release

The film had its world premiere at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival on January 30, 2021.[7][8]

Critical response

On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 100% based on reviews from 26 critics, with an average rating of 8.2/10. The website's critics consensus reads, "Their albums may be cult favorites, but this Edgar Wright-directed documentary offers an introduction to The Sparks Brothers that has something for everyone."[9] On Metacritic, the film has a weighted average score of 81 out of 100, based on reviews from 11 critics, indicating "universal acclaim."[10]

References
  1. "The Sparks Brothers". Sundance Film Festival. Retrieved December 15, 2020.
  2. Hoffman, Jordan (February 1, 2021). "The Sparks Brothers review: Edgar Wright's electric portrait of the pop duo". The Guardian. Retrieved February 1, 2021.
  3. Scheck, Frank (February 1, 2021). "'The Sparks Brothers': Film Review". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
  4. Sharf, Zack (June 21, 2018). "Edgar Wright's Next Film Is a Documentary on Cult Pop-Rock Band Sparks — Exclusive". IndieWire. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  5. Trumbone, Dave (June 21, 2018). "Edgar Wright to Tackle 70s Cult Band "Sparks" in New Documentary". Collider. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  6. Raup, Jordan (April 25, 2020). "95% of the Dialogue in Leos Carax's 'Annette' Will Be Sung; Was Set to Premiere at Cannes". The Film Stage. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  7. Debruge, Peter (December 15, 2020). "Sundance Film Festival Lineup Features 38 First-Time Directors, Including Rebecca Hall and Robin Wright". Variety. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved December 15, 2020.
  8. Willman, Chris (January 28, 2021). "Edgar Wright's 'The Sparks Brothers' Gives Cult Rock Icons Their Due". Variety. Retrieved January 30, 2021.
  9. "The Sparks Brothers (2021)". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango. Retrieved February 6, 2021.
  10. "The Sparks Brothers Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved February 6, 2021.
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