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The alter ego of multi-talented songwriter, former Freshies frontman, illustrator and animator Chris Sievey, Frank Sidebottom sprang to national fame in the mid-1980s with his soul-stirring interpretations of hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody and Anarchy in the UK. Frank's surreal, distinctly Mancunian humour garnered a legion of loyal fans, and in 1992 the aspiring pop star, Altrincham FC fan, occasional Granada reporter and self-styled Bard of Timperley launched his very own TV show, broadcast from the converted shed that functioned as his showbiz HQ. Also featuring diminutive sidekick Little Frank, the shows include Frank's take on Crimewatch, Timperley's contribution to Manchester's Olympic bid, pioneering rocket science in the back garden, and even a staging of Live Aid 2! So join Frank and his friends Mark Radcliffe and Caroline Aherne (making her TV debut as next-door neighbour Mrs. Merton), in six top shows. Other varied guests include Phil Cornwell, Marc 'Lard' Riley, Thunderbirds creator Gerry Anderson, Midge Ure, Adamski, footballer Lee Chapman, The Farm, Keith Chegwin, Oceanic, Kevin Lloyd (The Bill) and Nicholas Parsons. We've included the pilot show, too. Fantastic!
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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Format:VHS Tape
'Frank Sidebottom's Fantastic Shed Show' is quite possibly one of the best programmes Yorkshire Television has ever produced, but with a repertoire that includes 'Indoor League' and 'Smokie Goes To China', that last stamtement might not mean that much.
The show, originally transmitted back in 1992, is set in Frank's shed/back garden. In each episode, celebrity guests (including Keith Chegwin and Bob Holness - we're talking A list here) visit Frank to give him their advice on whatever harebrained scheme he has though up that week.
Accompanying Frank in his shed is the Godlike Mark Radcliffe playing shop owner/keyboardist Emerson Lake, and a rather pointless character Alfonso, who from what I understand undertakes manual repair work. There is also an early appearence from the wonderful Mrs Merton (aka Caroline Aherne) and a brief cameo from Stella Street's Phil Cornwell.
Whilst the above have gone on to huge success, Sidebottom seems to have retained showbiz anonyminty, but that seems to suit the character very well.
The show makes very little sense, is at times quite disturbing, and the production values are low - all together making it an absolute cult classic.
Fantastic, some might say.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
This video is only three episodes of Frank's (Chris Sievely) six episode TV series, actually. Shame that it originally aired at 3am on weeknights, had it been shown on a Saturday morning (or any civilised hour for that matter) Frank would have been exposed to a greater audience and would have found many new followers. That was about ten years ago now.
I found this show very humorous and funny. It looks 'home-made', as does most of Frank's stuff. It's very interesting to watch this show as it contains an early version of Mrs Merton (Caroline Aherne) who has been doing the Mrs Merton character for years even as part of Frank's Piccadilly radio show. It also features Phil Cornwell (that comedian from 'Stella Street' which I didn't watch but I remember him from his 'Gilbert the smelly alien' days). It also features Mark Radcliffe as Emerson Lake (the grocer). And if you enjoy Mark and Lard's comedy, then it's a good bet that you'll like this too as they were associated with Frank. In fact a very very lot of The Shirehorses songs sound similar to Frank songs...
Oh yes, and it contains music from Oceanic (remember them?) London Beat and someone else. Also Keith Chegwin, Bob Holness and the late 'Tosh' off of TV's 'The Bill'.
Frank is a comedy genius. You know he is, he really is.
Thank you.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Format:VHS Tape
For months all I could remember about Frank sidebottom was that it was a fella with a papier mache head. Intrigued, I got this video, and it didn't disappoint. From the moment Frank tried to 'lighten the mood' by asking police cheif John Stalker if that was indeed his 'own hairstyle' to when he is demonstrating how to do good and proper police brutality on little Frank, it's a good watch.
Whether it's planned or not I don't know, but the improvised feel only enhances the comedy value.
I would recommend this to anyone with a half decent sense of humour!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
It was nearly 20 years ago today
..That Frank Sidebottom starred in his fantastic shed show. How could you forget that head. I was only 5 in 1992 but his image would be ingrained in the back of my mind for many... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Elvis Jagger Abdul Jabhar
5.0 out of 5 stars
Off His Shed
Of all the famous comedy Franks - Skinner, Boyle, Randle, Carson, Spencer, Worthington, Zappa, Bruno - only one ever wore a painted papier-mâché head, played dodgy cover... Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2011 by davelee1968
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it
Absolutely brilliant, magic, fantastic. sadly no longer with us so get everything possible by Francis. Read more
Published on 12 Jan 2011 by The Bod
5.0 out of 5 stars
Franks Shed Show Is Fantastic
Fantastic DVD with all 6 episodes of the show including the unaired pilot.
Well worth it for this rare show
You know it is it really is!!
Well worth it for this rare show
You know it is it really is!!
Published on 25 Nov 2010 by Richard Ward
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