Robert Pollard: The Devil Went Home and Puked

About This Movie

The Devil Went Home and Puked is a fascinating peek into the chaotic world of Robert Pollard and Guided By Voices. It’s not your standard documentary; it’s more like a scrapbook of moments strung together, with a raw and gritty aesthetic. You get this sense of nostalgia and a bit of chaos that Pollard thrives on, with live footage spanning from the mid-90s to present day. The pacing can be jarring, jumping around various eras and styles, but that’s kind of the whole point—it feels like a trip through Pollard's mind. The early studio footage gives you a glimpse of the band's evolution and Pollard's offbeat genius. It’s this collage of sounds and visuals that really encapsulates the spirit of DIY rock.

A unique video collage experienceLive footage from multiple erasInsight into Pollard's artistic evolution