The Reflektor Tapes

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The Reflektor Tapes is a documentary about Montreal band Arcade Fire and the recording of their latest album Reflektor. The film is directed by Kahlil Joseph and had its premiere at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival.

The Reflektor Tapes is a fascinating insight into the making of Arcade Fire’s international #1 album Reflektor. The film recontextualizes the album experience, transporting the viewer into a kaleidoscopic sonic and visual landscape. It charts the band’s creative journey as they lay foundations for the album in Jamaica, record in Montreal and play an impromptu gig at a Haitian hotel on the first night of Carnival, before bringing their breath-taking live show to packed arenas in Los Angeles and London. The Reflektor Tapes blends never before seen personal interviews and moments captured by the band to dazzling effect, and features 15 minutes of exclusive unseen footage, filmed only for cinema audiences.

Fans of the band will happy to hear that a deluxe edition of Reflektor is being released online to coincide with the film’s release. September 25 is the drop date for the digital reissue, which will feature unreleased tracks, but make sure you mark October 16 on your calendar as well. That’s when you can get a copy of the bonus tracks in store on an old school cassette tape.

There are two screenings scheduled for the film, September 23 and 28 at select Cineplex theatres. Click here for showtime information.

The Reflektor Tapes is rated G.