The Birthday Party" is a documentary that explores the tumultuous and fascinating history of The Birthday Party, one of the most influential and provocative post-punk bands of the 1980s. Directed by Ian White and produced by Wim Wenders, the film offers an in-depth look at the rise and implosion of the group, active from 1977 to 1983.
Ian White creates a visually rich and narratively compelling film, also drawing on a vast collection of over 1,000 recently discovered archival pieces, including letters, diaries, postcards, photographs, newspaper clippings, posters, flyers, personal correspondence, and setlists. This material offers the audience an unprecedented look at the band, its incredible performances, and its spectacular and chaotic career.
