# The Sparks Brothers (2021)

> An exuberant, inventive chronicle of Sparks traces two brothers’ improbable five-decade ascent from Los Angeles talent shows to cult-pop immortality.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/551292

## Facts

- Runtime: 140 min
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Director: Edgar Wright
- Cast: Ron Mael, Russell Mael, Beck, Gary Stewart, Mike Berns, Jane Wiedlin, Sal Maida, Christi Haydon
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8610436/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, affectionate, energetic, music discovery night, concert film marathon

## Synopsis

A deep dive into the eclectic world of a band that defied genres and expectations.

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