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29/08/2015 Music, Documentary 1h 30m
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Overview

Sky Arts presents the definitive story of The Jam, one of the most successful British bands in rock history, who were at the forefront of the late 1970s punk-mod scene. Featuring exclusive interviews with Paul Weller, Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler, and richly illustrated with archive performances, this documentary, directed by Bob Smeaton, traces the band's formation and success between 1975 and 1982, and is set against the backdrop of the ever changing politics, fashion and attitudes that shaped the period of late 70s and early 80s.

  1. Bob Smeaton

    Director

Top billed cast

  1. Paul Weller

    Himself

  2. Bruce Foxton

  3. Rick Buckler

  4. Martin Freeman

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Reviews

A review by John Chard
Written by John Chard on 2016-01-02
Not really a Beat Surrender.

The Jam - a Punk Mod Motown Power Pop trio from Woking, Surrey, England. Between the years 1977 and 1982 they would garner fanatical support and cement a reputation (justifiable) as a live band of astonishing power and skill. They would have four number one singles in the UK, three of which went straight in at number one, which was then a record for any artist. Upon their dissolution in 1982, all their singles were re-released, culminating in another record, that of having the most simultaneous top 75 singles (13) in the UK charts. It's fair to say that The Jam,...read the rest
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Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$0.00

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