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Quadrophenia 1979

“A Way of Life”

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What is Quadrophenia?

Quadrophenia is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Drama, Music.

Type
Film
Year
1979
Status
Released
Runtime
120 minutes
Release date
Sep 14, 1979
Studios
Polytel, The Who Films
Genres
Drama, Music
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81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Drama #Music

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Quadrophenia is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Drama, Music. Produced and broadcast by Polytel, The Who Films. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A disillusioned sixties teenager finds escape within the London Mod scene.”

Reasons to watch
  • based on the 1973 rock opera album by The Who
  • captures the sixties London Mod scene
Keep in mind
  • features a protagonist who loathes his job and parents
  • involves disappointment

Watch it if you want to see a drama based on the 1973 rock opera album by The Who.

The film includes dramatic themes related to a teenager struggling with his job, parents, and lifestyle.

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What is the film based on?

It is based on the 1973 rock opera album of the same name by The Who.

Who is the main character?

The main character is a sixties teenager named Jimmy.

What era does the story take place in?

The story takes place during the sixties.

What does Jimmy do for fun?

He shops for tailored suits and rides his scooter as part of the London Mod scene.

What is Jimmy's life like outside of the Mod scene?

He slaves in a dead-end job and loathes his job and parents.

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