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Sex, Chips And Rock 'n' Roll [1999] | ![Sex, Chips And Rock 'n' Roll [1999]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51WPSMQF1WL._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: John Woods (ii)
Actors: Gillian Kearney, Emma Cooke, Sue Johnston, Phil Daniels, James Callis
Studio: Acorn Media
Category: Video
Buy New: £44.99
New (2) Used (1) from £15.99
Rating:  9 reviews
Format: Box Set, Pal
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Media: VHS Tape
Discs: 1
Number Of Items: 2
Running Time: 300 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 4.7 x 2.4
EAN: 5036193001512
ASIN: B00004CZPE
Theatrical Release Date: September 5, 1999
Release Date: October 11, 1999
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
Condition: Brand new and sealed DOUBLE VIDEO. Same as Amazon picture. Extinct in this condition. Quality guaranteed.
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Sex, Chips and Rock 'n' Roll spins a complex web of secret loves and twisted ambitions against the backdrop of the early British music scene. It's a rock n' roll soap opera, but it's smartly written and engagingly acted, full of subtle commentary on the cultural changes cutting across British society. Manchester in 1965 seems like a dead end to two sisters, flirty Arden (Emma Cooke) and bookish Ellie Brookes (Gillian Kearney). They ache to get out from under the thumb of their domineering grandmother (Sue Johnston), and when their cousin Norman (David Threlfall) proposes to Ellie, she accepts. But just then the sisters meet a struggling band called the Ice Cubes, who grudgingly play back-up for a smarmy singer named Larry B Cool (Phil Daniels) while trying to land a record deal. Arden throws herself at the group's leader, Dallas (Joseph McFadden), but Dallas finds himself drawn more to Ellie, who's also an aspiring songwriter. From there the multi-dimensional characters take unexpected turns, and you'll quickly find yourself drawn into their lives. --Bret Fetzer, Amazon.com
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Simply the best.................... June 12, 2004
Amazon Reviewer
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
'It's 1965 and times are changing fast' - this is the video of the 'pulsating BBC sixties series'.
'Ellie and Arden Brookes seem destined to play out their lives behind a Manchester chip shop counter.
Mercilessly put down by their strict grandmother, the swinging sixties have yet to impact upon their fun-starved, sexually suppressed lives.
From the depths of the Excelsior Ballroom, Dallas McCave (Joseph McFadden) and the Ice Cubes are about to release their own brand of rock n' roll on an unsuspecting world, and their fatal charm on the sisters.'
Outstanding play by all, but particularly from Gillian Kearney, Sue Johnston and the very handsome 'Dallas'.
Some very catchy, 'can't get it out of the head' music, also.
This c300 minute long, double-video set was ordered on 25th May, received on 27th May, and watched over the Bank Holiday weekend!
Brilliant service from 'Amazon', naturally - that is how quick the 'Free Delivery' service really is - who needs the High Street?
Absolutely brilliant January 3, 2002
dakasc@hotmail.com (Katarina Jonsson) (Eskilstuna, Sweden/ London, England)
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
Had to buy the DVD as well. One of my absolute favourites. James Callis was brilliant as was the rest of the cast. I think all who watched it are waiting in vain for a sequel. If you like good acting and a well written story you will love this.
A sextabulous, chiptastic, rock'n'roll randy rave!!! December 31, 2001
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
What a fantasic mini series. Set in the time of "peace and love", a lot goes on besides this. If you dont melt at McFaddens looks you'll at least have a girly giggle with Arden, Ellie and the Wolf. This is the kind of drama to get you shouting at the television, dying to see the next episode and having a totally feel good atmosphere in the end. A absolutely fantasic series, not to be missed.
Excellent acting, great storyline - when's the next series! May 4, 2000
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Having stumbled upon the first programme whilst channel hopping - I became addicted. Rushed home every Sunday to watch it, watched the repeats and then bought the video! I never tire of watching this excellent series and live in hope of another one. The excellent Joe McFadden has been a favourite of mine ever since, as well as the brilliant actors who also took part. An all round success!
Its been over a year now- where's series 2? October 4, 2000
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A brilliant series with great actors and an excellent storyline! I too became addicted to the show last year (and to the charms of Jo Mcfadden!) Like the other reviewers, I'M DESPERATE FOR A SERIES 2! Come on BBC, put us out of out misery and give us something to look forward to on a Sunday night!
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