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Brassed Off [1996] | ![Brassed Off [1996]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51W3CN9MZ5L._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Mark Herman
Actors: Pete Postlethwaite, Tara Fitzgerald, Ewan Mcgregor, Stephen Tompkinson, Jim Carter
Studio: Cinema Club
Category: Video
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Rating:  16 reviews
Format: Closed-captioned, Hifi Sound, Pal
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Media: VHS Tape
Discs: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 103 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 4.2 x 1.1
EAN: 5024165694510
ASIN: B00004CUBF
Theatrical Release Date: May 23, 1997
Release Date: September 6, 1999
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
Shipping: International shipping available
Condition: In stock in England. VHS video (UK PAL FORMAT). good condition, with original case, etc. VHS UK format. Sent within 1 working day by trusted UK Seller always available by email to answer any queries and will always do our upmost to help.
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Take The Full Monty, add a sharper emotional edge and replace the strutting strippers with a dignified British band. That's the essence of Brassed Off, a bittersweet gem released in 1996, a year before its more popular (and Oscar-nominated) counterpart. In the Yorkshire town of Grimley, there has always been a coal mine, just as for the last 111 years there has been a brass band and it seems that Danny (the wondrous Pete Postlethwaite) has been the director for every one of those years. Tory economic policies, however, are closing coal mines around the country in favour of nuclear power and Grimley appears to be next on the list. Danny is unfazed by the threat, claiming, "It's music that matters." But some of the men are about to quit the band until the appearance of Gloria (Tara Fitzgerald at her most radiant), who dazzles the all-male group (including old flame Andy, played by Ewan McGregor) first with her beauty, then with her fluegelhorn playing. The new member gives the band a boost as they continue to perform and compete but closure remains very real, as director Mark Herman (Little Voice) accompanies the band's performances (played with gusto by the Grimethorpe Colliery Band) with scenes of angry labour-management confrontations and family strife. In this context, some of the characters claim that the music is an irresponsible form of escapism. It becomes clear, however, from a touching performance of "Danny Boy" to the stirring conclusion at Royal Albert Hall, that music is an expression of the human spirit, a bit of beauty and sanity in a harsh world. With defiance, the band can play "Land of Hope andGlory" even when the land offers them neither. --David Horiuchi
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Brass player's heaven July 22, 2005
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
As a tenor horn player and Ewan McGregor's future wife (he may not know it yet...), this film combines two of my favourite things in the world. Although the underlying plot line is less than cheerful, focussing on the many British pit closures of the 1980s and 1990s, I can't help but feel uplifted after watching it. For fans of brass banding, there is a cracking soundtrack, with many old favourites; even if you couldn't tell a tuba from a tubular bell, I bet you enjoy the music! All of the actors' performances are excellent, with Stephen Tomkinson's character exceptionally convincing. It is something of a tragi-comedy, with tears being raised nearly as often as laughter, but ultimately it is a feel-good film which will leave you with a smile on your face and, if you're lucky, a few brass band pieces stuck in your head for the following week!
Brings tears to my eyes. December 16, 2004
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
If like me you went through the morally bankrupt eighties accepting the view that the miners were a bunch of self interested thugs then you must see this film. I can't watch it without being deeply moved and feeling totally ashamed of my former opinion.
Of course, Pete Postlethwaite is, as ever, totally brilliant, the other members of the cast superb and the music, the music is just absolutely glorious. What more can you ask than to be entertained, educated an uplifted. Entertainment does not get any better than this!
Brassed Off, Something for everyone September 17, 2003
Ianandshelly (Shropshire UK)
12 out of 14 found this review helpful
This film manages to be funny, interesting, serious and thought provoking and above all a real inspiration to all. Anyone with even a passing interest in Brass band music should set an evening aside to watch this remarkable film. The film is extremely well cast and the characers are a treat. An appearance by the legendary James Shepherd makes this film a real classic. Probably the only film that I can sit and watch at any time of the day. It always brings a tear to my eye and makes me proud as my Grandfathers were bandsmen in her majesty's armed forces. Don't take my word for it, go out and buy it, cancell everything and sit back and take in the timeless music, real to life storyline and the great Pete Postlethwaite ( I live by him too!) You will not regret it.
Amazing November 13, 2002
Yorkshire Lass (London)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I love this film.I come from what was once a mining area and grew up in the Eighties when everyone was losing their jobs. The characters in this film are so real, you can imagine bumping into them on the street. I cry everytime I watch this film. This is what life can be like. It even manages to make the brass band music sound amazing!!!!
Quite simply - a modern day Classic. February 2, 2002
devlin_peter@hotmail.com
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Even though classified a 'low budget' film this has to be one of the best movies in recent times. Humour, pathos, realism and so much more. I have laughed and cried with this movie several times already. It is a "Must-See"!
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