"Pavements is director Alex Ross Perry's tribute to Pavement, the snarky band that skewered grunge and reflected on self-importance through seminal albums."
"The film disorientingly collages projects related to Pavement's 2022 reunion tour, from musicals to a faux Hollywood biopic, all framed by an ironic narrative."
The article discusses the recent surge in music documentaries, focusing specifically on the film 'Pavements,' directed by Alex Ross Perry. This film serves as a tribute to the influential band Pavement, known for their anti-idolatry stance. The movie launches into a chaotic blend of projects linked to Pavement's 2022 reunion tour, including a musical, a museum exhibit, and a fictional Hollywood biopic. Through this disorienting format, it captures the essence of the band’s rejection of pretense while adding a contemporary twist to their legacy.
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