- Film Review
- Reviewed By Alan Jones
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4 out of 5
The Who's My Generation musical tribute to mods and rockers in mid-1960s England is a near-perfect integration of cinematic story and rousing pop. It specifically focuses on the antics of parka-clad Phil Daniels, whose alienation is fuelled by pill-popping, scooter rave-ups and seaside battles in Brighton. Director Franc Roddam evokes the budding Swinging Sixties and the teenage sense of frustration and disillusionment with a lively precision. Sting makes his acting debut in a genuine musical milestone crackling with energy and great performances.
Plot Summary
Social drama starring Phil Daniels, Leslie Ash and Sting. A young man is caught up in the heady excitement of the mod movement in mid-1960s England as it prepares for a confrontation with the rockers in Brighton. Bored with his family life, his job and his prospects, he looks for stimulus in the company of friends.
Cast and crew
Cast
- Jimmy Michael Cooper
- Phil Daniels
- Steph
- Leslie Ash
- Chalky
- Philip Davis
- Dave
- Mark Wingett
- Ace Face
- Sting
- Kevin
- Ray Winstone
- Peter
- Garry Cooper
- Spider
- Gary Shail
- Monkey
- Toyah Willcox
- Ferdy
- Trevor Laird
- Mrs Cooper
- Kate Williams
- Mr Cooper
- Michael Elphick
Crew
- Director
- Franc Roddam
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