Don Letts

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Don Letts

Born January 10, 1956 · London, England, UK (age 70)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Don Letts (born 10 January 1956) is a British film director and musician. He is credited as the man who through his DJing at clubs like The Roxy brought together punk and reggae music. Description above from the Wikipedia article Don Letts, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

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The King of ComedyThe King of Comedy · 1982
The King of Comedy
7.81982
MovieDramaComedy
Aspiring comic Rupert Pupkin attempts to achieve success in show business by stalking his idol, a late night talk-show host who craves his own privacy.
England 79England 79 · 2019
England 79
2019
MovieDocumentary
"England 79" - 17 scenes from Great Britain the winter of discontent, 1979.
One LoveOne Love · 2003
One Love
5.42003
MovieDramaRomance
Kassa a free-wheelin rasta man, falls for a straight laced gospel singer Serena, when they both meet as they enter a music contest. Serena's father the pastor forbids her to see him and wants her to marry one of his church members. Meanwhile the record boss organizing the contest, tries to get Kassa's band to sign to his label on his terms not theirs. By using heavy tactics, he pushes the band to fight back.
The Punk Rock MovieThe Punk Rock Movie · 1978
The Punk Rock Movie
6.51978
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Documentary on the London punk-rock scene, circa '78
Coping with CupidCoping with Cupid · 1991
Coping with Cupid
7.51991
MovieFantasyComedy
Three blondes from another planet land on earth to conduct research into romantic love
George Clinton: Tales of Dr FunkensteinGeorge Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein · 2006
George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein
7.52006
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Don Letts's hilarious and colourful profile of the godfather of funk, whose 50-year career has defined the genre. From his 1950s days running a doo-wop group out of the back of his barber store, through the madness of the monster Parliament/Funkadelic machine of the 70s to his late 90s hip-hop collaborations with Dre and Snoop, George Clinton has inspired generations of imitators. Contributors include Outkast's Andre 3000 and Macy Gray.
Punk: AttitudePunk: Attitude · 2005
Punk: Attitude
7.12005
MovieDocumentaryMusic
From London's 1970 mod scene to Sonic Youth, punk music has always been about attitude and anarchy. This comprehensive rockumentary traces the roots of punk, from The Velvet Underground and the New York Dolls to the Sex Pistols and The Clash.
Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk RockersTwo Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers · 2017
Two Sevens Clash: Dread Meets Punk Rockers
7.72017
MovieDocumentaryMusic
Documentary about reggae music and culture in London in 1977. Filmed in Super 8 camera by Don Letts. With participation of Richard Branson, Neneh Cherry, Paul Cook, Sly Dunbar, Paul Weller, John Lydon, Joe Strummer, Siouxsie Sioux, Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry and others. Released in 2017.

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The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock)The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock) · 2008
The Clash: Live (Revolution Rock)
7.92008
MovieMusicDocumentary
THE CLASH LIVE: REVOLUTION ROCK is an exciting new documentary film directed by long-time Clash collaborator and Grammy-winning producer Don Letts (Westway To The World) that chronicles the electric live performances of one of the most influential bands to emerge from the UK. The film follows the live transformation of the band, incorporating footage from all phases of the Clash's meteoric career, beginning with live-in-the-studio clips and climaxing with a blow-out performance at New York's Shea Stadium in 1982. With rare and previously unreleased footage from all over the world, this film documents the history of the band by showcasing their incredible live performances, and will be a draw for both the new fan and their established passionate followers.

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