Backyard
"He invited all his neighbours... And now he's inviting you! To his..."
Originally released in 2010. Backyard is a thriller film. directed by Árni Sveinsson. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hjaltalín, Múm, and FM Belfast
Synopsis
A guy called Árni got the idea of gathering a few bands together in his backyard to do some live recording. He filled his little shack with equipment and prayed for good weather. Then he invited all of his neighbours, made them pizza, cupcakes and pancakes and treated them with some of the most exciting Icelandic musicians of their generation. While he was at it, another guy called Árni filmed the whole thing and the result is this beautiful documentary that provides a unique look at the culture and diverse music scene of modern day Reykjavík, Iceland.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Backyard about?
A guy called Árni got the idea of gathering a few bands together in his backyard to do some live recording. He filled his little shack with equipment and prayed for good weather. Then he invited a...
Who directed Backyard?
Backyard was directed by Árni Sveinsson.
How long is Backyard?
Backyard has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was Backyard released?
Backyard was released on October 1, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Backyard?
The main cast of Backyard includes Hjaltalín, Múm, FM Belfast, Retro Stefson, Borko.