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Mr Parnes, Shillings & Pence (1986)
Character: Self
A 1986 documentary film about the life and career of Larry Parnes who managed a stable of early British rock and roll stars including Billy Fury, Tommy Steele, Joe Brown and Marty Wilde.
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Rock 'n' Roll Britannia (2013)
Character: Self
Documentary about the pre-Beatles rock era, when a series of British acts created a unique copy of American rock 'n' roll
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Una gallina muy ponedora (1982)
Character: El Gabacho
A beautiful woman discovers the rooster fighting world and in the process fall in love with a handsome boy.
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Seriously Seeking Sid (1993)
Character: Self
A study of the life and career of the actor Sid James, best known for the long-running Carry On series of bawdy British film comedies.
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Three Hats for Lisa (1965)
Character: Johnny Howjego
French movie pin up Sophie Hardy is Lisa Milan, a gorgeous Continental film star who's just arrived at Heathrow. She's in London for the premiere of her latest film, but within minutes she's beenw hisked away by her number one fan, Johnny Howjego and his Cockney pals Sammy, Flora and Cabbie Sid.
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Jools Holland: London Calling (2012)
Character: Self
Jools Holland takes a personal look at the historical influences that have helped to create the sound of London. His journey takes him back to Roman times, and then forward through history until the present day, taking in well-known landmarks, pubs, music halls and more recent venues such as the 100 Club. Archive film footage is interspersed with contributions from performers such as Roy Hudd (comedian and music hall expert), Lucy Skeaping (of The City Waites ensemble), Eliza Carthy (folk musician), Sterling Betancourt (steelpan pioneer), Danny Baker (DJ and presenter), Ray Davies (of The Kinks rock band), Paul Jones (of the Manfred Mann pop group), Joe Brown (rock and roll singer), Suggs (of the Madness ska band), and Lisa Hannigan (Irish indie folk singer).
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Jim Carter: Lonnie Donegan and Me (2016)
Character: Self
Jim Carter tells the story of Lonnie Donegan - a crucial trailblazer in the birth of pop music and modern culture who inspired Lennon and McCartney.
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What a Crazy World (1963)
Character: Alf Hitchens
Unemployed East End lad Alf Hitchens has an on-off relationship with his girlfriend Marilyn and a dream of hitting the big time in the music business. Cheerful pop musical with a working-class background which uses a number of genuine London locations.
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Lionheart (1968)
Character: Pvt. Worms
A lion escapes from a circus but is rescued and protected by a young boy.
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Mona Lisa (1986)
Character: Self
George is a small-time crook just out of prison who discovers his tough-guy image is out of date. Reduced to working as a minder/driver for high class call girl Simone, he has to agree when she asks him to find a young colleague from her King's Cross days. That's when George's troubles just start.
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Just for Fun (1963)
Character: Self
When the government cuts the quota of musical programs permitted on television, teenagers Mark and Cherry lead others youngsters in forming their own political party.
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Concert for George (2003)
Character: Self
As a memorial to George Harrison on the first anniversary of his passing, The Concert for George was held at the Royal Albert Hall in London on 29 November 2002 . Organized by Harrison's widow, Olivia, and son, Dhani, and arranged under the musical direction of Eric Clapton and Jeff Lynne. A benefit for Harrison's Material World Charitable Foundation, the all-star concert took place on the day of the first anniversary of his death. Proceeds from the film also went to the Material World Charitable Foundation. The film was shot using discreet cameras from over twelve locations.
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The Beauty Jungle (1964)
Character: Self - Rose of England Judge (uncredited)
A Bristol typist joins the world of beauty contests.
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