Search results
Pages in category "British rock music films" The following 40 pages are in this category, out of 40 total. This list may not reflect recent changes.
Aug 6, 2017 · Inspired by the new Morrissey movie England is Mine (which charts the bard’s early life, before he joined The Smiths), we’re taking a look at just a few of the very best—or at least notable—films about British pop music.
Dec 15, 1980 · With Secret Affair, Pauline Black, Ian Dury And The Blockheads, Wolfgang Büld. This sequel to PUNK IN LONDON charts the rise and fall of Punk into Ska, New Wave and the Mod scene. See Britain's explosive music scene in the late 70's via live performances and exclusive interviews.
- (175)
- Documentary, Music
- Wolfgang Büld
- 1980-12-15
- Georgia May
- Whiplash (2014) Directed by Damien Chazelle. Starring Miles Teller, J. K. Simmons, Melissa Benoist. Drama, Music, Thriller (1h 46m) 8.5 on IMDb — 94% on RT.
- Frank (2014) Directed by Lenny Abrahamson. Starring Michael Fassbender, Domhnall Gleeson, Maggie Gyllenhaal. Comedy, Drama, Music (1h 35m) 6.9 on IMDb — 92% on RT.
- School of Rock (2003) Directed by Richard Linklater. Starring Jack Black, Mike White, Joan Cusack. Comedy, Music (1h 49m) 7.2 on IMDb — 92% on RT. A family film that's just as much for adults as it is kids, School of Rock is now a cultural icon.
- Amadeus (1984) Directed by Miloš Forman. Starring F. Murray Abraham, Tom Hulce, Elizabeth Berridge. Biography, Drama, Music (2h 40m) 8.4 on IMDb — 89% on RT.
- Almost Famous. Billy Crudup, Frances McDormand, Kate Hudson. 351 votes. This coming-of-age tale, by Cameron Crowe, follows a teen journalist as he gets his first taste of life on the road with an up-and-coming rock band in the 1970s.
- Walk the Line. Joaquin Phoenix, Reese Witherspoon, Ginnifer Goodwin. 158 votes. Diving deep into the life and times of Johnny Cash, this biopic showcases both the highs and lows of this legendary musician's career.
- A Hard Day's Night. The Beatles, Wilfrid Brambell, Norman Rossington. 281 votes. This British musical comedy film captures the frenzy and excitement surrounding The Beatles at the peak of their popularity.
- Bohemian Rhapsody. Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee. 173 votes. This rhapsodic biopic chronicles the rise of one of the world's most beloved rock bands – Queen – as well as its flamboyant and distinctive lead singer, Freddie Mercury.
Nov 13, 2009 · The Boat That Rocked: Directed by Richard Curtis. With Michael Hadley, Charlie Rowe, Lucy Fleming, Philip Seymour Hoffman. A band of rogue DJs that captivated Britain, playing the music that defined a generation and standing up to a government that wanted classical music, and nothing else, on the airwaves.
From the raw energy of punk rock to the soulful depths of pop icons, these films offer a dynamic look at the lives, challenges, and triumphs of musicians and the industry surrounding them. They not only showcase the evolution of British music but also reflect the cultural and personal stories within it.
