The Devil and Daniel Johnston
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This 2005 documentary film chronicles the life of Daniel Johnston, a manic-depressive genius singer/songwriter/artist, from childhood up to the present, with an emphasis on his mental illness and how it manifested itself in demonic self-obsession.
The Devil and Daniel Johnston is a 2006 documentary that chronicles the life of singer-songwriter and visual artist Daniel Johnston, exploring his creative genius alongside his lifelong struggles with mental illness. The film traces Johnston's journey from childhood through his rise in the underground music scene, examining how his manic depression shaped both his haunting artistic output and personal demons.
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Daniel JohnstonSelf- Bill JohnstonSelf
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- Mabel JohnstonSelf
- Jeff TartakovSelf
- Kathy McCartySelf
- Dick JohnstonSelf
- Laurie AllenSelf
- Sally Johnston ReidSelf
Gibby HaynesSelf- Brian BeattieSelf
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When was The Devil and Daniel Johnston released?
The documentary was released on March 31, 2006.
What is the film about?
It chronicles Daniel Johnston's life and career as a singer-songwriter and artist, with particular focus on his manic-depressive condition and how his mental illness influenced his self-perception and creative work.
Is this a music documentary?
Yes, it's a music documentary that also covers Johnston's visual art and examines the intersection between his mental health and artistic expression.
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