Netflix recently premiered the music documentary on the iconic 1980’s New Wave band Devo, after a successful film festival run that began with a World Premiere at the 2024 edition of Sundance, along with screenings at the Cleveland International, Sheffield International, Nantucket and Nashville Film Festivals.
In 1980, Devo had a hit on their hands with the song “Whip It,” which became an anthem for 80’s pop culture. The group went on to achieve mainstream success with their message of societal “de-evolution,” formed in response to the 1970 Kent State shootings.
Directed by Chris Smith, Devo features band members Mark Mothersbaugh, Gerald Casale and Robert Mothersbaugh, along with archive footage of David Bowie, Richard Branson, Jimmy Carter, Bob Casale, Kip Cohen, The Dead Boys, Brian Eno, Max Ernst, Tony Hawk and many others.
