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Quadrophenia is a 1979 British drama film, based on The Who's 1973 rock opera of the same name. It was directed by Franc Roddam in his feature directing debut. Unlike the adaptation of Tommy, Quadrophenia is not a musical film, and the band does not appear live in the film.
Sep 17, 2020 · Quadrophenia is a 1979 British drama film, loosely based on the Who's 1973 rock opera of the same name. It was directed by Franc Roddam in his feature directing début. Unlike the adaptation of Tommy, Quadrophenia is not a musical film, and the band does not appear live in the film.
Page 1 of 6, 11 total items. An angst-ridden London youth, Jimmy Cooper (Phil Daniels) escapes the drudgery of his postal job as a member of the Mods, a sharply dressed gang constantly at odds...
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Jimmy Cooper loathes his dead-end job and his working-class parents. He seeks solace with his mod clique, scooter riding, and drugs, only to be disappointed. Director Franc Roddam has assembled an array of young British acting talents who bring back London's 1960s Mods and Rockers.
Quadrophenia (1979) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Director Franc Roddam’s rough-edged film is a quintessential chronicle of youthful rebellion and turmoil, with Pete Townshend’s brilliant songs (including “I’ve Had Enough,” “5:15,” and “Love Reign O’er Me”) providing emotional support, and featuring Sting and Ray Winstone in early roles.
The film version of Pete Townshend’s rock opera QUADROPHENIA starring Phil Daniels as pill-popping ticket Jimmy Cooper and co-starring Leslie Ash, Toyah Wilcox, Sting, Ray Winstone and Michael Elphick.
