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Listen to Looch: 'The Sparks Brothers' must be seen to be believed

SPARKS in concert from director Edgar Wright's film 'The Sparks Brothers,' a Focus Features release.
SPARKS in concert from director Edgar Wright's film 'The Sparks Brothers,' a Focus Features release.Focus Features

by Mary Lucia

June 16, 2021

This week, Mary Lucia watched the documentary The Sparks Brothers, directed by Edgar Wright. The film traces the musical trajectory of brothers and bandmates Ron and Russell Mael, and features insights from from Beck, Flea, Jack Antonoff, Patton Oswalt, and many others.

What did Mary think of the film? She thinks you'll just have to see it for yourself.

The Sparks Brothers has its cinematic release on Friday, June 18, and will be screening at AMC theaters throughout the Twin Cities metro area as well as at many other locations.

Official Trailer

The Sparks Brothers - official site