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Biographical documentary

Shut Up & Sing (2006): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Shut Up & Sing is a 2006 biographical documentary directed by Barbara Kopple and Cecilia Peck, starring Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire and Emily Robison. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $158,612 worldwide. Critics gave it 77 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.

IMDb rating
5.7/10
worldwide gross
$158.6K
Metascore
77
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Shut Up & Sing (2006) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Shut Up & Sing About?

The premise of Shut Up & Sing without spoilers.

In 2003, Dixie Chicks singer Natalie Maines makes a surprise comment criticizing President George W. Bush, sparking widespread controversy and intense public backlash. The events explore the complexities of free speech, the power of artistic expression, and the challenges faced by the band as they navigate the resulting media storm and its impact on their career.

Shut Up & Sing Themes & Keywords

· 21 tags
  • college
  • group
  • wedding
  • friend
  • group of friends
  • reunited friends
  • hamptons long island new york
  • divorce
  • weekend
  • thirty something
  • song
  • singing
+9 more
  • singer
  • sex
  • reunion
  • receding hairline
  • marriage
  • male female relationship
  • husband wife relationship
  • friendship
  • beach house
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Cast & crew

Shut Up & Sing Cast

Natalie Maines leads the cast, with Martie Maguire and Emily Robison. Directed by Barbara Kopple and Cecilia Peck.

From the directors

More from Barbara Kopple and Cecilia Peck

More films directed by Barbara Kopple and Cecilia Peck, best-rated first: Miss Sharon Jones!, Desert One, This Is Everything: Gigi Gorgeous and ReMastered: Tricky Dick & The Man in Black.

Ratings

Shut Up & Sing Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Shut Up & Sing 77 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.

Box office

Shut Up & Sing Box Office

Shut Up & Sing grossed $158,612 worldwide.

2006 box office

Worldwide gross

$158.6K

International
$158.6K
Details

Shut Up & Sing Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Sing Now or Forever Hold Your Peace” and “Shut Up and Sing”.

Also known as
  • Sing Now or Forever Hold Your Peace
  • Shut Up and Sing
  • 6 amigos y una boda
  • Sfârșitul de săptămână al nunții

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FAQ

Shut Up & Sing FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Shut Up & Sing, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Shut Up & Sing?

Shut Up & Sing runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Shut Up & Sing released?

Shut Up & Sing was released on October 27, 2006.

Who directed Shut Up & Sing?

Shut Up & Sing was directed by Barbara Kopple and Cecilia Peck.

More films by Barbara Kopple

Who is in the cast of Shut Up & Sing?

Shut Up & Sing stars Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire and Emily Robison.

How much did Shut Up & Sing make at the box office?

Shut Up & Sing grossed $158,612 worldwide.

How is Shut Up & Sing rated?

Shut Up & Sing has 5.7/10 on IMDb and 77 on Metacritic.

Does Shut Up & Sing have a post-credit scene?

No. Shut Up & Sing has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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