the flaming lips: ufos at the zoo

Directors: Bradley Beesley & Wayne Coyne
(USA, 2007, 120 minutes)

Sunday 28 October, 9pm, at FreeDM Studio, Roundhouse

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The Flaming Lips believe in the power of performance. The band for who spectacle is as important as their much adored music, gave what is now a legendary concert in their hometown last September.

Their brilliant, UFO enhanced show at the Zoo in Oklahoma City was filmed and has resulted in one of the best concert films ever. There is more energy and love for the audience emanating from the stage than anything seen in a long time.

The film isn't just about what happens onstage, but captures the full hilarity of the efforts of the day - from the loyal fans in elaborate regalia hoping to make it on stage, to the band's hands-on preparations for the landing of the UFO, to the real bewildered animals in the zoo, to Wayne Coyne's quest for the Duct Tape that will bring it all together.

Don't miss its only UK screening at BBC Electric Proms.