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That'll Be the Day

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4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)

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  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B001L1XPFO
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 172,181 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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57 of 57 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A fabulous 2-for-1 odyssey! 11 May 2008
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For any true Rock 'n' Roll fan and any former members of the growing-up cultures of the Fifties and Sixties...Seventies too, you just can't let these two get away - "That'll Be The Day" and it's sequel, "Stardust".

It's a fabulous roller-coaster ride that isn't just limited to the fairground, depicting the social and musical changes of life in 1950's Britain as seen through the eyes of the young man who turns out to be 'the minstrel of a generation' - Jim Maclaine...very amicably portrayed by teen Pop idol (at the time!), David Essex. Infact, it was Mr. Essex who was nominated for the Best Newcomer BAFTA along with Rosemary Leach as Best Supporting Actress in the role of his long-suffering Mother. A stellar cast including Robert Lindsay, Billy Fury, Keith Moon, Rosalind Ayres, James Booth, Karl Howman, Deborah Watling, and a brilliantly-acted performance by Ringo Starr add to the delight of this classic virtually rags-to-riches story of teenage angst and ambition. Jim Maclaine is a clever young man, but forsakes a prospective well-educated career for a life-changing journey on the back of a truck that drops him off at the seaside...and so part one of the odyssey begins. The film unfolds to the hit-making sounds of the late 50's which are a big influence on Maclaine's journey through adolescence away from the bosom of his family. He experiences all he is able to experience over a two-year period, then one day has a sudden change of heart...but does his heart really change that much?

The brilliant sequel, "Stardust" begins the continuing saga of Jim Maclaine's life from 1963 onwards and once again we are introduced to more cultural, and musical, changes and influences of life in the fast lane. David Essex reprises his role as the wayward hero but it's the teen idol from another time, Adam Faith who steals the show as Mike Menary - a shifty wheeler-dealer along with "Dallas" star, Larry 'J.R.' Hagman. It was Mr. Faith who got the BAFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actor, but the film itself won the Writer's Guild Award for Best Original British Screenplay which went to the writer of both films, Ray Connolly.

"Stardust" is the dark illustration of interchanging trends, attitudes and politics within the music business which combines the family and friendship aspects of the previous story. It is a classic tale of a bittersweet dream...and a sour nightmare. A great soundtrack is once again prominent throughout, along with another great cast which also includes Paul Nicholas, Ines Des Longchamps, Dave Edmunds, Marty Wilde, Peter Duncan, James Hazeldine, along with Keith Moon, Rosalind Ayres and Karl Howman reprising their roles.

This is a great must-buy DVD set as your practically getting both films for the price of one. Fabulous!
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must See 16 Mar 2008
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A real classic from 1973 shows David Essex as a young Jimmy MacLaine and shows his life growing up. He leaves home and works on a pleasure beach then fair ground. This is a classic and has many starts which were not fully recognised back then, included are people like Karl Howman, Dave Edmunds, Ringo Starr, Keith Moon, Adam Faith, Peter Duncan, Larry Hagman and many more.
The first disk "That'll Be The Day" is the first part of the double feature where the second is Stardust which shows his life when he turns pop star.
If you haven't seen this then go out and buy or rent it, you wont regret it.
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Rock 'N' Roll Legend Compilation 26 Jan 2008
Format:DVD
This two-film set chronicles the life of a discontented, directionless youth, who somewhat aimlessly dreams of being a famous "Rock and Roll" star. It's gritty and realistic in atmosphere, as well as its depiction of the experiences that lead up to the young man's achievement of his dream. David Essex plays innocence, streetwise savvy and jaded overindulgence with equal conviction. The progression of his character is charming, seamless and convincing. Without giving anything away, this morality tale, when both films are seen in succession, is something wondrous to behold. In short I was very impressed, by the material, music and all the performances, which were uniformly excellent. Two thumbs up, as the critics would say...
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good!
This is a very good DVD. Couldn't find it anywhere but found it on her. Very great value thank you.
Published 3 hours ago by milly
5.0 out of 5 stars Nostalgic trip
Bought this as the film has not been shown on TV for some time. Have the original plastic album and am from the era of the songs, love it!
Published 9 days ago by GrGGrandadandad
4.0 out of 5 stars Stardust
I watched the film "Stardust" back in the 70*s
did not know that there was a "prequel"!

love the package!
Published 15 days ago by LUNDSTRVM, KENNETH
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW ..THAT'LL BE THE DAY !!!!!!
A MUST FOR 60'S AND 70'S FANS, OF WHICH I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO BE A TEENAGER THOUGH. MUSIC OF THE TIME WAS THE BEST. WAS THEN, IS NOW , STILL IS... Read more
Published 26 days ago by C. A. King
5.0 out of 5 stars DVD
Being a big David Essex fan and talking about his films to my children I thought I would see if I could buy a little bit of nostalgia, I was DELIGHTED with my purchase.
Published 2 months ago by deb
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent double bill
Stellar cast, especially David Essex, Ringo Starr and Adam Faith. Superb music score. Films I will never tire of watching.
Published 2 months ago by Book Worm
5.0 out of 5 stars Those Were The Days!
What a great double these films proved to be. I had never seen either and my only connection was once owning the soundtrack from "That'll Be The Day". Read more
Published 2 months ago by TK
5.0 out of 5 stars DVD
Arrived within timescales and was securely packaged. Excellent DVD which takes me back to my teenage years when I saw the films for the first time.
Published 3 months ago by rugaroo
5.0 out of 5 stars like reliveing my younger days again
loved it second time round its the film from my days on the fairground and the music timeless love to travel back to that time because that would be the day .
Published 3 months ago by fedup
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Gift for my wife. She loved it!! If you like David Essex or that era, i.e. 1970's, then watch this.
Published 4 months ago by Mr Shaun Eason
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