The Devil and Daniel Johnston (Trailer)

[TheMoonunit13]

It's weird how you thought you were cool 30 years ago but did'nt know about Daniel and are now embarassed

[silentrocker33]

Anyone know what the name of the very first song is? Where he talks about the number 7? And the second one when he's being interviewed by MTV?

[LucFrum]

The second one is "Walking the Cow"

[ylovShirona065]

my favorite part was at 02:24

[LucFrum]

@ylovShirona065 You're so funny.

[ylovShirona065]

@LucFrum thank you, and you are very polite! ^ _ ^

[mellkiades]

I've loved Daniel's music for 20 years now and my only regret is I didn't know him before.  I discovered him on the now defunct Brave New Waves radio show with Brent Bambry and then with Patti Schmidt. Good not so old times.

[andreacorrofficial]

I watched the documentary "The Devil and Daniel Johnston" and apart from it being frightening and heartbreaking, in it there's certain things he said that epitomise what this record means to me. "I'm ok coz I know where ever i go I have music in my heart." His childlike purity stills me. Such a stunning song. Andrea x

Andrea covers 'Some Things Last A Long Time' on her new album 'Lifelines' due out on 30 May 2011.

[monadasmoinas]

1:56 - Who ?

[Seanigator]

@monadasmoinas

Laurie, his muse

[poproxnigga]

is there any such thing as a bad documentary

[netforce0]

@poproxnigga biased ones that try to create fake truths or use propaganda.... they are rare because most people don't have dirty agenda's.....

most of them are docs about christianity

[poproxnigga]

@netforce0 no those are pretty entertaining as well

[tigerjonn]

completely full of feeling... absolutely amazing film. They dont make them like this anymore.

[xxMassMurderer1235xx]

anyone know where i can watch this movie on the internet without downloading anything and shit?

[CelestialWoodway]

Daniel is playing tonight in Houston, TX at Fitzgeralds It's his 50th Birthday Party!

[physicaliforniablity]

Your music is inspirational. Your spirit is beautiful, and you my friend are one of the most beautiful people alive. Long live Daniel Johnston.

[ChurchOfKali66619]

"Christianity is to the mind as syphilis is to the body."

---Kalimite saying

[kingofdaherbz]

@ChurchOfKali66619 AMEN

[Webbula]

The real crazy people are the people that think the crazy people are crazy.

[TwoCows23]

Wait, who's that next to Kurt at 0:57?

[wilbish]

@TwoCows23 Michael Balzary, or Flea, the bassist from Red Hot Chili Peppers

[xtalv]

@TwoCows23 Flea

[YanickBrew]

his music is awful

[daydreaming92]

I loved this film. I had heard of Daniel Johnston before this film but since this it has changed my mind. I think for a guy with who had no guitar and piano lessons he does pretty good. He's like Dylan but more emotionally inspiring.

[zastro52]

Hands down, the best non-political documentary I've watched in some time. If you see it, or have seen it, let me know what you think.

[Vomitoni]

¿Como se llama la canción que sale al final del trailer?

Gracias.

[helicon07]

@Vomitoni Story of an Artist

[wyoglassblower]

Great documentary on a man's life and struggle with bi-polar I disorder...definitely worth watching!!!

[rhombusskullvsteal]

this movie was crazy such an interesting story, but the music and art he created speaks to me on an emotional level, I get a similar vibe from the band monster machismo, they might be influenced by him but if you like this you should check them out good stuff.

[fundie2008]

The Devil sucks!

[kasetini]

:D What is the name of the first song 0:08

[mb0zz]

@kasetini "Spirit World Rising" off 1990

[snakpak27]

@kasetini yeah wtf man ive been looking for it

[otterpopers]

okay... I seen Michael Cera in a shirt that had the "hi how are you?" critter on it... I'm curious to know more.

[bigmac364]

@otterpopers

Please tell me you're joking...

[Saradrummer]

so i lucky i just went to a daniel johnston gig here in melbourne australia. ive seen this movie like 10 times... so AMAZING LIVE! I love daniel.

[KOSMICKEN09]

Watched the movie tonight. Completely spellbinding film.

[arehumansgood]

whatss the song at 109

[retrorachel223]

this film is so sad.

his life is so painful.

But its a great movie!

[ronald3326]

you girl do the best comentary of this film EVER!

[DannyoftheROMs]

i love the part at the end where he's dancing and posing and doing kicks, he's so young at heart

[SnarfBanks]

What is the song at the beginning of the trailer.

[Williewonka2k1]

Spirit world is rising

[54spiritedwill54]

Great, great, great!

[gijon20]

Lucky stars in your eyes...

I'm walking the cow...

I really don't know how I came here...

I really don't know why I'm stayin' here...

Oh, Oh, Oh. I'm walking the cow...

Tried to point my finger,

But the wind keeps blowin' me around

In circles...circles...

Lucky stars in your eyes...

I'm walking the cow...

[Nacfilms]

What's the song at the end of the trailer?

[immfjthm]

The song is called "The Story of An Artist." It is from the tape "Don't Be Scared."

[immfjthm]

The song is called "The Story of An Artist." It is from the tape "Don't Be Scared."

[skateeeeee678]

dan lives like twenty min away from me.

[MadisonLee555]

Does anyone know if Daniel will be visiting any art galleries while he is performing in Los Angeles in Aug.?

[Kotablue]

what is the begining song

[youvegotsteve]

the begining song is " Spirit World Rising" off of 1990, I think.

[alamedaxo]

i wouldn't say he was a musical genius, like in my opinion elliott smith is way more talented...but he made some very great songs like "some things last a long time", which i think is absolutely beautiful...

[redhawks45]

i agree! :)

[TheCaptainMusic]

I immediately related the two upon discovering Johnston. They both give off somewhat of an undeniable innocence in their lyrics and melodies. I think Smith might be what Johnston would be capable of if he were not so afflicted.

[pirateale]

this is brilliant. my friend hates Daniel Johnston, call him day or night and tell him he Dan is the Man! 714-926-0436. do it.

[CRApologetics]

I just don't see why people go ape shit over this guy. There are gobs of nobs out there doing this wacky shit and much better.

[thrasher666]

he's just a delusional freak that needs to kill himself. immeadietly.

[Alfrunk]

Shhh

[juslounging]

everyone go and see THE DEVIL AND DANIEL JOHNSTON

[BeestTV]

Daniel Johnston maybe a nutcase but the lyrics this man wrote are of the best I've heard. I like his art more then most crap you'll find here on Youtube.. and no I'm not a hippy.

[Gish5]

I like stuff because it is different, I am a cool person. Repeat that to yourself hippies.

[christopmoore]

Just saw this tonight. Horrible. Why glorify DJ simply because he's mentally ill?

[jakep34]

fuck you man, This film was brilliant!

[Alfrunk]

There was also some music. Maybe it sailed above your sloped brow?

[christopmoore]

Really? There was music? All I heard was some rambling, mumbling, train-of-thought garbage that some "cultural" elite decided was music...not because of any inherent value in the "art," but because of the image of the "artist."

[magog1138]

That "cultural" elite has influenced the music we've heard since the 1990's. Inspiration, more importantly than coming from another source,is from the inspiration within yourself. Funny, this crazed, rambling "idiot" has accomplished much in his life despite his disability and is praised, what have you done you lousy piece of shit. Have some respect.

[christopmoore]

Well, at some point in my life, I learned how to form a coherent sentence--something you might do some research on before you make a fool of yourself.

Oops. Too late.

[1980jlifts]

Since the 90's ......LMAO......really.......t­he 90's ......

the 1890's ....right ?

You call a guy a piece of shit and yet ask for respect.....

GO FUCK YOURSELF .......fuckin' tosser

As for DJ....different strokes man.....people can comment for and against....fuck everybody that disagrees with that.

[Legionwizard]

Thanks for the information Generalp28

[gypsy108]

Ancient argument: what is "good" art? The question is subjective. Making art requires surrender and/or courage of spirit. Few artists will leave an indelible mark on this world. Far more will move the hearts of a very few. Does the work provoke, entertain, or transform you? More important than "is this good" question is the chance to use a film like this as a mirror: what does it say about us as a world? As a country? As a community, a social circle, a family and as individuals?

[christopmoore]

We're tacky? And devoid of talent?

[gypsy108]

Note: I said _mirror_. If that's what *you* see, then take note.

[christopmoore]

You also said *us*.

[gypsy108]

If that's the only thing you're seeing then your scope of vision is limited. Not incorrect, mind you, just limited.

[ckad79]

There are many artists who create beautiful work and later are called "insane" Hell, Van Gogh cut off his eat! Daniel is an artist! How can you listen to "The Story of An Artist" and not call it art? Dan is a great piano player. Bad voice? No unusual. BUT sometimes-bizarre sounds and voices are often distinctive and captivating. Look at Dylan.

[Puncturedlung]

I love how people like to use excuses like, oh you just like it because its not mainstream to hide them from some really beautiful music. We are naturally afraid I guess, I know ive done it.

[Legionwizard]

Grr... don't you understand, there are million artists that try to do something new (not mainstream). But Daniel Johnston had least has the talent. The fact that the quality is a bit low, are due to not having a million-dollar stereo equipment, cause that's what you want no? Dam fools never gonna learn, stay off Daniel.

[christianlazo]

haha, do you guys think this guys better than Dylan or Robert Johnson? Just cuz something isn't mainstream doesn't make it good. Oh it's underground which makes me hip for listening to it, fuck that.

[Legionwizard]

Flounder, you fool. The guy had a talent, andyes, it's not the kind of music you would expect, but he is nevertheless an artist. I bought the album "Late Great Daniel Johnston", I listened to the Originals for 9 months before I took on the Covers. I like him, he's got quite some heartgrief. And I'm gonna eat out the brains of you kind of guys (no literally).

[Flounder234]

He's not an artist, he's mentally ill, he's completely fucking insane. You're praising the ramblings of a mental patient, talentless, rambling whinings that mean absolutely nothing. His songs and lyrics are badly written - and that's a fact. Just because it's uncoventional it doesn't make it genius. What he needs is a good doctor and a good hospital.

[DontGoQuietly]

I'm sure people said that about Van Gogh too, or Sylvia Plath...and both of them produced some mind-blowing art.

[Tetrapodbomb]

Not everyone is going to accept the unconventional. Hell, there are people out there that consider Tool, their apex of the strange. I wish people wouldnt slam the artist though. I could understand if someone just said, I dont like it or, I didnt like it. Then maybe a toughtful backing statement. Artist bashers are not critics.

[jealousagain38]

He's conventionally no worse a singer than bob dylan.

[jealousagain38]

He's not dead. The tribute album was called "Late Great Daniel Johnston", or something like that, but the front cover obviously showed himself visiting a mock grave.

[baumbom]

bailey is my friend's dog's name.

[BaileyZRose]

Daniel Johnston sucks. He can't play guitar, his lyrics and singing are awful. I swear, any idiot can get on stage and start mumbling about whatever he's thinking about, and some people are just bound to fall to their knees and proclaim it 'art' of the highest caliber. When I saw the documentary, it made me feel a little sorry for Daniel, but honestly, I'd rather listen to Britney Spears than his horrible off-tune G-C-D progressions over and over for a THOUSAND IDENTICAL SONGS ABOUT NOTHING.

[faithwright]

you are not going to change anyone's mind.. I'm sorry you wasted your time!

[thenaive01]

Can YOU write songs like him? Sure he sucks at singing and playing guitar but he's a great song writer.

[paulsmartialarts]

Fair enough, but I hope you get gangraped. In a nice way. :)

[baumbom]

artist.

[ekofox]

LordUrkel, get your head out of your ass and your brain out of the mainstream watered down unemotive shit. What the fuck do you listen to? Britney? Is your prime TV entertainment some lame ass talent show? At least this guy writes and sings from his soul, where the fuck is your soul at? 7-11 boy.

[LordUrkel]

first off no one sings from their soul thats a lame marketing tool! second try GoldenEaring and Softcell and a Flock of seagulls.

[Soap1]

I don't think you're in a postion to criticize anyones musical tastes when you listen to A Flock Of Seagulls.

[Mattyrock]

Truly Emotional

[analogmonkeyvideo]

I saw this and it is amazing-buy it on DVD!!!!!

[analogmonkeyvideo]

This movie is amazing and everyone should see it!

[dlp2006]

RIP who?

[LordUrkel]

His music sucks..and the only reason you people like him is because he's crazy.....Its not good

[IARE1031]

You are an idiot...his music is better than almost anything out there. His new stuff with the band isn't, but his solo stuff has been and always will be top notch. The fact that he has mental instability doesn't make it any better or worse. It just happens to be the focal point of the film. He's lead an interesting life too, worthy of a film. I hope yo can come around one day, try listening to either Songs of Pain or Yip/Jump Music, those are good.

[LasterBlaster]

we love dan....hes not crazy its the world!

[drewilson]

RIP

[Generalp28]

Great, great, great!

For the belgian viewers (if some), the movie will be released the first week of june in the nova in Brussels.

[murrdy]

kinda like welsey willis

[Jessan0]

instead of just downloading thing, wait for the dvd to buy online and support indie movies

[Droogie66]

Sony Pictures, yesssss, very indie

[BigD1377]

it's distribution.

[cltgeo]

i'd also like to see it, but i don't think our small town cinema would bring it in front of me...so even though i'm sure it's not the right thing to do i want to snatch it from the net.

[namtap]

Want to see it! Want to see it! Want to see it!

[thomasunnamed]

impossible, im from brazil, in a small town...

but i go download this movie when this be possible



[tsbehr]

i watched this film in nyc tonight; unbelievably heart-breaking and beautiful. please go and see it.

[thomasunnamed]

im too, please if somebody know where found this complete movie please,...help!

www.outravida.com

[rosacea]

I hope to see this documentary, it looks really great.

[TheVariable]

Beauty.