A Dog Called Money
A Dog Called Money

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A Dog Called Money

2019
Movie
94 min
English

Accompany PJ Harvey and Seamus Murphy on a journey through the creative process behind PJ Harvey's new album, conceived by their travels around the globe.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes86%
Metacritic66/100
Google Users85%
Director: Seamus MurphyGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary follows the acclaimed musician PJ Harvey and director Seamus Murphy as they travel to Afghanistan, Kosovo, and Washington D.C. in search of inspiration for Harvey's ninth studio album, 'The Hope Six Demolition Project'. The film captures the intense creative process behind the album, offering a unique glimpse into Harvey's artistic evolution and Murphy's cinematic vision.

Critical Reception

A Dog Called Money received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its intimate portrayal of the creative process and PJ Harvey's artistic integrity. Some noted the film's unflinching look at political landscapes, while others found its narrative structure somewhat experimental.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique insight into the creation of a musical album.

  • Applauded for its artistic ambition and powerful imagery.

  • Some viewers found the experimental nature of the documentary challenging.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's artistic approach and the opportunity to witness PJ Harvey's creative journey. Many found the documentary to be a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of music and its connection to global events.

Awards & Accolades

Premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2019.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'A Dog Called Money', is a reference to a song on PJ Harvey's album 'The Hope Six Demolition Project'.

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SWITCH.

SWITCH.

An intriguing snapshot of Harvey’s creative process, but little else. ‘A Dog Called Money’ is less of a portrait of an artist or a travelogue and more of an outline of the relationship between poetry and imagery, like an artistic shorthand....