Music

"Wise Old Little Boy" (DVD)

Independently Distributed

This recently released documentary by Ryer Banta was filmed during 2002 on a mini tour with Phil Elverum (The Microphones) and Kyle Field (Little Wings). Watching these two gentlemen dance across my recently purchased big screen TV made me feel guilty for actually owning such a monstrosity. Their simple way of life is actually quite attractive. However, they are they, and I am I.

The very jittery camera followed Phil and Kyle as they played in people's houses, coffee shops and various other unconventional venues.

I was a bit hesitant to spend 20 bucks on 56 minutes of documentary and 57 minutes of extras (that weren't all related to these two performers and more for a little "these are my other films" show and tell.) However, I would say that if you are a fan of either of these musicians, it is well worth it.

- Ian Flaco