Big City Nights
Synopsis
In this Music Video for Daft Punk's “Da Funk”, Charles, an anthropomorphic dog in a leg cast, hobbles around the streets of New York City unable to turn off his loud boombox. As a result irritation follows from local residents. However, he soon crosses paths with an accepting woman named Beatrice, his childhood neighbor.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1997
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Spike Jonze
- Original Score
- Thomas Bangalter, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo
- Original Title
- Big City Nights
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Spike Jonze
Thomas Bangalter, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo
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Spike Jonze
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big City Nights
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What is Big City Nights about?
In this Music Video for Daft Punk's “Da Funk”, Charles, an anthropomorphic dog in a leg cast, hobbles around the streets of New York City unable to turn off his loud boombox. As a result irritation follows from local residents. However, he soon crosses paths with an accepting woman named Beatrice, his childhood neighbor.
Who directed Big City Nights?
Big City Nights was directed by Spike Jonze.
Who stars in Big City Nights?
The principal cast of Big City Nights includes Tony Maxwell, Catherine Kellner.
When was Big City Nights released and how long is it?
Big City Nights was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Big City Nights?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Big City Nights was composed by Thomas Bangalter, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo.