Wall of Sound
Big Time in 35mm
Sponsored by:
Slant Street Records
Slant Street Records
Wall of Sound: A monthly installment of silver screen sonic treasures. From celebrated concert films and music docs, to classic movies with euphonious soundtracks, and rarely seen flicks with performances from music legends, give yourself to the cacophonous joy of the Wall Of Sound. Presented by Slant Street Records.
Big Time: Combining performance footage of Tom Waits and his band with dramatic set pieces, this unique concert film showcases Waits' many talents. Waits plays a number of different characters in short vignettes, such as a ticket taker and a lighting operator. These scenes also incorporate Waits performing songs, which are taken mostly from his "Frank" albums. As the film moves across different areas of the theater, Waits also performs a series of monologues, demonstrating adept showmanship.
Big Time: Combining performance footage of Tom Waits and his band with dramatic set pieces, this unique concert film showcases Waits' many talents. Waits plays a number of different characters in short vignettes, such as a ticket taker and a lighting operator. These scenes also incorporate Waits performing songs, which are taken mostly from his "Frank" albums. As the film moves across different areas of the theater, Waits also performs a series of monologues, demonstrating adept showmanship.
Cast: Tom Waits
Director: Chris Blum
Written by: Tom Waits
Rated: PG
Duration: 90 min
Released: 1988
Genre: Musical/Documentary