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Flame
“In the cut throat world of the music business you're either a success or dead”
7.3 / 10• 1975• 1h 31m•NR• English
DramaMusic
Storyline
Light the Rock 'n Roll spark with a Flame in the guise of Dave, Noddy, Jim and Don and their showcase of the rise and demise of rock band Flame. Set in the hardships of North England's seventies working class society and music scene. This build-up from rags to riches is a parody of realism and grit, with double-dealings and harsh unforgiving dog eat dog mentalities, and the golden rule; if you play with matches then you're going to get burnt, in the flames of the music industry.
Cast & Crew
Don Powell
Charlie
LeadJL
Jim Lea
Paul
Noddy Holder
Stoker
Dave Hill
Barry
Tom Conti
Robert Seymour
Alan Lake
Jack Daniels
Johnny Shannon
Ron Harding
Kenneth Colley
Tony Devlin
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Richard Loncraine's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Flame is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
