The Devil and Daniel Johnston (2006)

Name: The Devil and Daniel Johnston
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2006
Duration: 110 min
Rating: 7.7
Cast: Daniel Johnston, Bill Johnston, Margie Johnston, Mabel Johnston, Jeff Tartakov

1h 50m United States of America

Documentary Music

Plot

"The Devil and Daniel Johnston" is a 2005 documentary that explores the life of the talented yet troubled singer-songwriter and artist, Daniel Johnston. The film traces his journey from childhood to the present, highlighting his struggles with manic depression and the profound impact it had on his creative expression. It delves into his complex relationship with mental illness, illustrating how it fueled his obsessive self-reflection and artistic output, ultimately portraying the delicate balance between his genius and his inner demons.

Cast

Daniel Johnston Bill Johnston Margie Johnston Mabel Johnston Jeff Tartakov Kathy McCarty Dick Johnston Laurie Allen Sally Johnston Reid Gibby Haynes Brian Beattie David Fair Jad Fair Jason Nightmare Thurston Moore