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Brassed Off 1996

“Fed up with the system. Ticked off at the establishment. And mad about... each other.”

Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Director
Mark Herman
Networks
Miramax, Prominent Features, Film4 Productions
★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 R ComedyRomanceDrama Released
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What is Brassed Off?

Brassed Off is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1996
Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Release date
Nov 1, 1996
Studios
Miramax, Prominent Features, Film4 Productions
Genres
Comedy, Romance, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.0/10
Episode runtime
~107 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Miramax, Prominent Features, Film4 Productions

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Brassed Off is a film first released in 1996. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Miramax, Prominent Features, Film4 Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A Yorkshire mining town rallies around its brass band to fight pit closure.”

Reasons to watch
  • Authentic look at a mining community
  • Memorable brass band performances
  • Humorous yet heartfelt storytelling
Keep in mind
  • Depicts economic hardship that may feel heavy
  • Limited appeal for viewers uninterested in music or labor themes

Watch it if you enjoy heartfelt stories about music and community facing adversity.

The film deals with unemployment and industrial decline, making it more suitable for mature audiences.

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What is the main plot of the film?

The story follows a Yorkshire coal mine facing closure and its brass band entering a national competition to save hope.

Who is Gloria and what does she bring to the band?

Gloria is a female musician who joins the band with her flugelhorn, becoming a key hope for their success.

Where is the film set?

It is set in a Yorkshire mining community.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is a British drama with comedic elements centered on a community brass band.

Does the film focus on music?

Yes, the brass band’s participation in a competition is central to the story.

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