Quadrophenia (1979)

09/14/1979 (GB) • 2h

Drama, Music

A Way of Life

Overview

Based on the 1973 rock opera album of the same name by The Who, this is the story of 60s teenager Jimmy. At work he slaves in a dead-end job. While after, he shops for tailored suits and rides his scooter as part of the London Mod scene.

Top Billed Cast

Phil Daniels

James Michael 'Jimmy' Cooper

Sting

Ace Face


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

london, england

england

woodstock, new york

music festival

mods

rocker

coming of age

brighton, england

motorcycle

1960s

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