Theory of Obscurity: A Film About the Residents
2015•1h 27m•6.7•Released
DocumentaryMusic
Theory of Obscurity tells the story of the renegade sound and video collective known as The Residents…a 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. They’ve followed their muse for decades and thousands of fans have hung on for the ride. Along the way they’ve also inspired many people to be weird, take chances and find their own voice.
Director
Don Hardy Jr.
Writer
Don Hardy Jr.
Languages
English
Cast
Matt Groening
Himself
Les Claypool
Himself
Penn Jillette
Himself
Jerry Harrison
Himself
Gary Panter
Himself
Robert Crow
Himself
Homer Flynn
Himself
Hardy Fox
Himself
Jay Clem
Himself
John Kennedy
Himself
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