Movie

Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields

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6.665average critics score, out of 1020101h 24m

Documentary

Stephin Merritt's distinctive singing voice and witty lyrics about life and love make his band, the Magnetic Fields, a cultishly adored indie rock group. His decades-long friendship with Claudia Gonson, his bandmate and manager, provides fuel for his music, while his eccentric working habits contribute to his image as a singularly talented musician and writer. Interviews with fans like fantasy author Neil Gaiman and pop icon Peter Gabriel provide insight into Merritt's influential career.

Directed by:

Kerthy Fix, Gail O'Hara