Quadrophenia (film)
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UK theatrical release poster by Renato Casaro | |
| Directed by | Franc Roddam |
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| Based on | Quadrophenia by the Who |
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| Cinematography | Brian Tufano |
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Production companies | The Who Films Ltd Polytel Films Curbishley-Baird Enterprises |
| Distributed by | Brent Walker Film Distributors |
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Running time | 120 minutes |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Budget | £2 million |
| Box office | $1,050,000 is |
Quadrophenia is a 1979 British drama film, based on the Who's 1973 rock opera of the same name. It was directed by Franc Roddam in his feature directing debut. Unlike the adaptation of Tommy, Quadrophenia is not a musical film, and the band does not appear live in the film.
The film, set in London in 1964, depicts a period of emotional turmoil in the life of Jimmy Cooper (Phil Daniels), a young Mod who escapes from his dead-end job as a postroom boy by dancing, partying, taking amphetamines, riding his scooter and brawling with Rockers.