The Fearless Freaks
"The life and times of an American invention??"
Originally released in 2005. The Fearless Freaks is a music/documentary film. directed by Bradley Beesley.
Starring Wayne Coyne, Steven Drozd, and Kliph Scurlock
Synopsis
Equal parts punk and psychedelia, the Flaming Lips emerged from Oklahoma City as one of the most bracing bands of the late 1980s. The Fearless Freaks documents their rise from Butthole Surfers-imitating noisemakers to grand poobahs of orchestral pop masterpieces. Filmmaker Bradley Beesely had the good fortune of living in the same neighborhood as lead Lip Wayne Coyne, who quickly enlisted his buddy to document his band's many concerts and assorted exploits. The early footage is a riot, with tragic hair styles on proud display as the boys attempt to cover up their lack of natural talent with sheer volume. During one show, they even have a friend bring a motorcycle on stage, which is then miked for sound and revved throughout the performance, clearing the club with toxic levels of carbon monoxide. Great punk rock stuff. Interspersed among the live bits are interviews with the band's family and friends, revealing the often tragic circumstances of their childhoods and early career.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 25, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (17 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fearless Freaks about?
Equal parts punk and psychedelia, the Flaming Lips emerged from Oklahoma City as one of the most bracing bands of the late 1980s. The Fearless Freaks documents their rise from Butthole Surfers-imit...
Who directed The Fearless Freaks?
The Fearless Freaks was directed by Bradley Beesley.
How long is The Fearless Freaks?
The Fearless Freaks has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was The Fearless Freaks released?
The Fearless Freaks was released on May 25, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Fearless Freaks?
The main cast of The Fearless Freaks includes Wayne Coyne, Steven Drozd, Kliph Scurlock, Michael Ivins, Beck.