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London Town (2016)

R | | Drama, Music | 7 October 2016 (USA)
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In '70s London, a 14 year-old boy is introduced to the Clash by his estranged mother. It changes his life forever.

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(screenplay by), (based on the screenplay "Untitled Joe Strummer Project" by) | 1 more credit »
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In '70s London, a 14 year-old boy is introduced to the Clash by his estranged mother. It changes his life forever.

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Drama | Music

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Rated R for some sexual material and language | See all certifications »
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7 October 2016 (USA)  »

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Лондон-Таун  »

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Filming outside in Stroudley Walk, Bow, London on 5 July 2015. See more »

Goofs

In the queue for the Clash gig (1978) a man can be seen wearing a camouflage jacket with large Velcro patches on the arm. That is a modern design, first issued to the military in 2010. See more »

Quotes

Alice: Shay, what does shagging mean?
Shay Baker: Cooking. That's all.
Alice: Oh! Mum's a much better shagger than you.
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A film that is music for the eyes, the ears and the heart!
12 October 2016 | by – See all my reviews

Every once in a while a little film, with a tiny budget and a whole lot of heart, comes along and knocks you off your feet. London Town fulfills all the aspects of that category.

I won't bother to give you a blow by blow description of the story, that's easily found elsewhere. I will tell you I was more than thoroughly entertained and, since it was a 48 hour rental via my VOD system, I took the opportunity to watch it three times because it was just that good! The film is endearing, funny and the performances are stellar, especially the youngsters. Huttlestone is already on his way as a multi-talent, but Nell Williams was a new revelation for me and she shines here.

If for no other reason, you need to see this film for the incredibly brilliant work of Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Joe Strummer. He is simply mesmerizing and delivers a musical performance equal to that of any contemporary or historical rock star. (As a veteran of 7 Stones and 14 WHO concerts, I feel justified in that statement.) Derrick Borte managed to assemble a superb group of musicians to portray the rest of the band and the results are magical.

London Town is a special film, with something for everyone to love. Don't miss it!


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