Jubilee (1978 film)

Jubilee
Directed byDerek Jarman
Written byDerek Jarman
Produced by
  • Howard Malin
  • James Whaley
Starring
CinematographyPeter Middleton
Edited by
Music by
Distributed byCinegate Ltd.
Release date
  • 3 February 1978 (1978-02-03)
Running time
103 minutes
CountryUnited Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Budget£50,000 or £200,000

Jubilee is a 1978 British drama film directed by Derek Jarman. It stars Jenny Runacre, Ian Charleson, Nell Campbell, Hermine Demoriane and a host of punk rockers. The title refers to the Silver Jubilee of Elizabeth II in 1977.

Numerous punk icons appear in the film including Adam Ant, Toyah, Jordan (a Malcolm McLaren protégé), Gene October and Jayne County. It features performances by Jayne County and Adam and the Ants. There are also cameo appearances by the Slits and Siouxsie and the Banshees. The film was scored by Brian Eno.