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A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn (2002): Cast

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A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn is a 2002 music documentary starring John Zorn, Mike Patton and Dave Lombardo. It runs 1 hour 22 minutes.

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A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn (2002) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 22m (82 min)
Genres
Music , Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
Tzadik
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn About?

The premise of A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn without spoilers.

The film offers an intimate look at John Zorn’s creative process, compiled from a decade of filming. It includes live performances by his groups Masada, Naked City and Cobra, improvisations, excerpts from his classical works, and interviews. Awarded at European festivals, it follows director Heuermann’s fifteen‑year personal journey with Zorn’s music.

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Cast & crew

A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn Cast & Characters

John Zorn leads the cast, with Mike Patton and Dave Lombardo.

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A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast and post-credit scenes of A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn?

A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn runs 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

When was A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn released?

A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn was released on June 29, 2002.

Who is in the cast of A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn?

A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn stars John Zorn, Mike Patton and Dave Lombardo, among 47 credited actors.

Does A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn have a post-credit scene?

No. A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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