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64% Critic Match
Rude Boy
“Grab the future... by its face!”
6.4 / 10• 1980• 2h 13m•R• English
DramaMusicDocumentary
Storyline
Rude Boy is a semi-documentary, part character study, part 'rockumentary', featuring a British punk band, The Clash. The script includes the story of a fictional fan juxtposed with actual public events of the day, including political demonstrations and Clash concerts.
Cast & Crew
Ray Gange
Ray
Lead
Joe Strummer
The Group
Topper Headon
The Group
Paul Simonon
The Group
Mick Jones
The Group
Jimmy Pursey
Guest Singer
Caroline Coon
Clash Girlfriend
JG
Johnny Green
Roadie
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Jack Hazan's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Rude Boy is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
