Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero
Synopsis
In May 1997, Tim Taylor, creative force behind the beloved Dayton, Ohio rock weirdos BRAINIAC, was on the verge of his band signing to a major record label when his life was cut tragically short by a freak accident. He was 28 years old. Devastated, his family, friends and fans were forced to pick up the pieces. This film explores the history and legacy of Taylor and one of the 90s most original bands.
Top Cast
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Fred Armisen
Self
David Yow
Self
Melissa Auf der Maur
Self
Matt Berninger
Self
Cedric Bixler-Zavala
Self
Stuart Braithwaite
Self
Jim O'Rourke
Self
Gregg Foreman
Self
Michelle Bodine
Self
Scott McCloud
Self
John Schmersal
Self
Tyler Trent
Self
Eli Janney
Self
Linda Taylor
Self
Corey Rusk
Self
Juan Monasterio
Self
Tim Taylor
Self (Archive Footage)
Steve Albini
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
South by Southwest Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Mahoney
- Screenplay & Story
- Eric Mahoney, Ian Jacobs
- Original Title
- Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Hotshot Robot
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Mahoney
Eric Mahoney, Ian Jacobs
Ian Jacobs
Eric Mahoney, Ian Jacobs
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Mahoney
Director
Eric Mahoney
Producer
Eric Mahoney
Writer
Ian Jacobs
Writer
Ian Jacobs
Producer
Ian Jacobs
Editor
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What is Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero about?
In May 1997, Tim Taylor, creative force behind the beloved Dayton, Ohio rock weirdos BRAINIAC, was on the verge of his band signing to a major record label when his life was cut tragically short by a freak accident. He was 28 years old. Devastated, his family, friends and fans were forced to pick up the pieces. This film explores the history and legacy of Taylor and one of the 90s most original bands.
Who directed Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero?
Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero was directed by Eric Mahoney.
Who stars in Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero?
The principal cast of Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero includes Fred Armisen, David Yow, Melissa Auf der Maur, Matt Berninger, Cedric Bixler-Zavala.
When was Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero released and how long is it?
Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.