Thick Air (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2020, Thick Air is a music and documentary film directed by Stefano Miraglia, running about 14 minutes. “An experimental music ensemble is recording an album. They want a very specific sound: the sound of thick air. A tale of sleepless nights and loud music.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Shot across five cities and countless nights, Thick Air is a noise-injected collage, composed of diaristic footage, a found narrative (memories of a popular 60s band), original music and field recordings.
Who’s in it. Thick Air stars Roscoe Mitchell as Himself, Thurston Moore as Himself, Headwar as Band and The KVB as Band.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Thick Air has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thick Air page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thick Air tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thick Air (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thick Air change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thick Air worth watching?
- Thick Air holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thick Air?
- Thick Air stars Roscoe Mitchell, Thurston Moore, Headwar and The KVB.
- When was Thick Air released?
- Thick Air was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.