“Depech Mode: M,” a film capturing Mexican culture’s relationship with death, framed by the iconic live performances of Depeche Mode, is coming to cinemas and IMAX worldwide for a limited theatrical event beginning Tuesday, October 28th, from Trafalgar Releasing and Sony Music Vision.
The global theatrical release follows the film’s world premiere in June at Tribeca Festival in New York City. Conceived and directed by award-winning Mexican filmmaker Fernando Frías, “Depeche Mode: M” features footage from the band’s three sold-out Mexico City Foro Sol Stadium shows on the 2023-2024 Memento Mori Tour.
The feature-length film takes audiences on a journey through songs that resonate in real time with fans, illustrating their timeless multi-cultural influence while delving into the profound connection between music, mortality, and Mexican tradition. ”At its core, our new film ‘M’ is about the deep connection between music, culture, and people—and Fernando Frías, who directed and conceived the film, did a beautiful job telling that story that through the lens of Mexican culture and our shows in Mexico City,” Dave Gahan said.
Through Frías’ lens, “Depeche Mode: M” explores the parallels between the themes on Depeche Mode’s latest album “Memento Mori” and the deep connection to death and mortality in Mexican culture.
Frías is best known for his award-winning film “I’m No Longer Here,” which won Mexico’s prestigious Ariel Academy Awards with 10 wins, including Best Picture and Best Direction. The film also earned Frías a DGA nomination for Outstanding Directorial Achievement. Additionally, it was Mexico’s submission to the Oscars in 2021 and was shortlisted for Best International Feature. His latest film, “I Don’t Expect Anyone to Believe Me,” premiered to critical acclaim.
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Check out the trailer for ‘Depeche Mode: M’ here: