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The Postal Service: Everything Will Change
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The Postal Service: Everything Will Change (2014)

Nov 24, 2014 1h 26m Documentary Music

Everything Will Change is a feature-length documentary concert film of The Postal Service’s performance at the Greek Theater in Berkeley, CA during their 2013 reunion tour. A collaboration between Benjamin Gibbard (of Death Cab for Cutie) and Jimmy Tamborello (from Dntel), with Rilo Kiley’s Jenny Lewis, The Postal Service released Give Up, their one and only album, in 2003. That record went on to sell over a million copies and most of the band’s fans never had the chance to see them perform live. In celebration of the 10-year anniversary of Give Up, the band reunited to tour the world. With intimate interviews and backstage footage of the band, Everything Will Change captures one of the nights when everything did change.

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Directed by Justin Mitchell

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Director
  • Justin Mitchell
Producer
  • Sarah Mitchell
  • Jordan Kinley
  • Justin Mitchell

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Thematic Analysis

The Postal Service: Everything Will Change represents a fascinating example of Documentary/Music cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Justin Mitchell brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of The Postal Service: Everything Will Change took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 86 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The film contains approximately 2470 individual shots.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 2014, when this film is released:
  • Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
  • Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

While The Postal Service: Everything Will Change shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.

Unlike hololive English 1st Concert - Connect the World, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, The Postal Service: Everything Will Change offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.

While films like Sol Gabetta, Berliner Philharmoniker and Waldbühne 2016 · Ein tschechischer Abend - Lisa Batiashvili, Berliner Philharmoniker, Yannick Nézet-Séguin explore similar territory, The Postal Service: Everything Will Change stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.

This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.