# True Stories (1986)

> David Byrne’s dreamy musical portrait of a fictional Texas town turns eccentric citizens, civic spectacle, and the search for love into affectionate Americana.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/14680

## Facts

- Runtime: 89 min
- Genres: Comedy, Music
- Director: David Byrne
- Cast: David Byrne, John Goodman, Annie McEnroe, Jo Harvey Allen, Spalding Gray, Alix Elias, Roebuck 'Pops' Staples, Tito Larriva
- TMDB rating: 6.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0092117/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: dreamy, witty, affectionate, lazy afternoon, music movie night

## Synopsis

A whimsical journey through a quirky Texas town, filled with music and laughter.

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