Dr Jacques COULARDEAU

BRIGHTON, GRACE, AND SORDID CRIMES

https://jacquescoulardeau.medium.com/brighton-grace-and-sordid-crimes-f0ea13d27de0

You will necessarily think of The Who and their opera Quadrophenia set in Brighton.

Quadrophenia Alley is a must-visit location for any fan of British pop culture. Nestled in the vibrant city of Brighton, this small alleyway holds significant historical and cultural value due to its association with one of the most iconic films in British cinema – Quadrophenia.

The History Behind Quadrophenia Alley

In 1979, director Franc Roddam brought The Who’s rock opera ‘Quadrophenia’ to life on screen. The film tells the story of Jimmy Cooper, a young mod struggling with his identity amidst societal pressures and expectations. A key part of this narrative was set against the backdrop of Brighton – a town which was central to Mod culture in Britain during the 1960s.

The narrow alleyway now known as Quadrophenia Alley gained prominence when it featured prominently in several scenes throughout the movie. In particular, it served as an atmospheric setting for some pivotal moments between lead characters Jimmy (Phil Daniels) and Steph (Leslie Ash).

(Thanks https://explorial.com/sights/brighton-quadrophenia-alley/)

But the music is original in the series. Composed by Matthew Slater, it has little to do with Quadrophenia. Even if the opera should, could and would deserve a comeback and a second production, slightly updated. The Mods and the Rockers are vastly passé, déjàvu, stale, though they still exist under different costumes for those who fit the norm and those who counterfit it, or vice versa.

BRIGHTON, GRACE, AND SORDID CRIMES

By Jacques Coulardeau

4 Pages

2025, Éditions La Dondaine, Medium.com

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