The Story of Lovers Rock

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MOVIE

The Story of Lovers Rock

The Secret World of a Generation and the Birth of a Reggae Genre

In the 70s and 80s Britain was rife with racial tension and police harassment particularly against black British youths. These youths were the rebel generation who were also searching for an identity. They created a music - a sub genre of reggae known as Lovers Rock. This music became a global brand through artists like UB40 and Maxi Priest. The music brought a level of intimacy between young people that was unique. It was also 'girl power' music that empowered a generation of young women. Through comedy, live performance, dance, interviews and archive the film takes you back to an untold era of British cultural, music and political history.

Release Date

2011-09-30

Year

2011

Duration

1h 37m

Status

Released

Score

6.00

Production

#girl-power#ub40#black-british-youth#lovers-rock#maxi-priest

Cast

Levi Roots

Levi Roots

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Janet Kay Baxter

Maxi Priest

Maxi Priest

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Paulette Harris-German

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Angie Le Mar