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Starmaker (1974)
Character: Himself
In Granada TV’s 1974’s Starmaker, head Kink Ray Davies proved once again that he’s not like everybody else, producing a rock opera for television that tells the story of an insufferable, vain, egotistical rock star (played by Davies, naturally) who switches places with an “ordinary person” named Norman, working in Norman’s crappy job and living Norman’s crappy life to find inspiration for his next album. (Well, it’s a little more complicated than that…) Davies’ play reveled in breaking the fourth wall: cameras and microphones are visible throughout and the play’s author/star himself even ends up a member of the audience. Starmaker was a dry run for the themes of the Kinks’ 1975 album, The Kinks Present a Soap Opera.
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The Kinks: The Live Broadcasts (2006)
Character: Himself
The Kinks played a leading part of the British Invasion of America. With Ray Davies' incredible song-writing talent at the helm, they soon became one of popular music's most significant bands, influencing a plethora of styles from hard rock to Britpop. This superb DVD features rare footage of the Kinks previously unreleased on DVD, featuring their greatest hits from rare live performances from television and film archives. Features You Really Got Me, All Day And All Of The Night, Waterloo Sunset, Lola, Celluloid Heroes, No More Looking Back, Life On The Road, Sleepwalker, Misfits, Live Life, Lost And Found. Formed by brothers Ray and Dave Davies in 1964 London, the Kinks cultivated an inventive, post-Beatles pop sound that helped launch the British Invasion. This program captures the Kinks at their creative peak with a collection of rare live performances culled from their television appearances.
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Acoustic at the BBC (2011)
Character: Self (archive footage)
A journey through some of the finest moments of acoustic guitar performances from the BBC archives, from Jimmy Page's television debut in 1958 to Noel Gallagher and Biffy Clyro.
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The Kinks - One for the Road (1980)
Character: Himself
One for the Road is a live concert video by the rock band "The Kinks". It was released in conjunction with a live album of the same name. Many of the bands classic songs are featured, including "You really got me", "Lola" and "Celluloid Heroes"
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The Kinks: Shindig! Presents The Kinks (1992)
Character: Self
Television performances taped for ABC-TV program "Shindig" July 1, 1965 at the ABC Television Center, Hollywood, California. The performances were broadcast July 7, 1965, except for "Who'll Be the Next in Line" (Track 6), which was scheduled for broadcast on September 16, but evidently not used until included on this commercial video release in 1992.
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The Kinks In Concert (1973)
Character: Performer (lead guitar)
The Kinks perform songs from their Village Green Preservation Society and others. 00:00 -“Victoria” 02:54 -“Acute Schizophrenia Paranoia Blues” 06:21 -“Dedicated Follower of Fashion” 08:16 -“Lola” 13:03 -“Holiday” 15:55 -“Good Golly Miss Molly”? 18:44 -“You Really Got Me” 20:43 -“All Day And All Of the Night” 22:05 -“Waterloo Sunset” 25:43 -“The Village Green Preservation Society”
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The Kinks: Paris 1965 (2012)
Character: Performer
The Kinks live on television in 1965 with all their hits and classics: You Really Got Me, Louie Louie, All Day And All of The Night etc.
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Soap Opera (1975)
Character: N/A
An entire performance of The Kinks' Soap Opera stage show filmed (in black & white) by RCA Records during their 3 night run at the Beacon Theatre, New York City in May 1975. The film was given a brief theatrical run from July 1975 before being pulled.
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The Kinks: Life on the Road (2009)
Character: N/A
In the company of Dave Davies, get a unique insight into the Kinks on record, on film and in concert. This essential release also features the incisive commentary of a team of leading critics and the recollections and anecdotes of original Kinks; Mick Avory, John Dalton and John Gosling alongside performance highlights from a great career. The DVD features highlights from: “You Really Got Me,” “Waterloo Sunset” and “Set Me Free.”
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Beat Club: The 40th Anniversary Edition (2008)
Character: Self (archive footage)
A two-disc retrospective of iconic Beat Club performances recorded between 1968 and 1979 for German Television. Artists include: The Herd, The Kinks, Blue Cheer, Rolling Stones, The Who, Jimi Hendrix Experience and many others.
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The Joy of the Guitar Riff (2014)
Character: Self
Traces the history and mechanics of the guitar riff over 60 years from the 1950s, from Chuck Berry through Hank Marvin, Black Sabbath and others to the White Stripes. Featuring interviews with some of the core arbiters of change and new techniques.
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Dave Davies: Kinkdom Come (2011)
Character: Self
Dave Davies, the legendary guitarist of the Kinks, relives his tumultuous life and times amidst the serenity of his Exmoor sanctuary. Walking across the moors that have fascinated him since childhood, Dave takes us back to life with Brother Ray in an extended working class family amidst the austerity of postwar London. Bringing to life its deprivations and triumphs, he reveals the profound sense of community and family bonds which underpins the extraordinary story of the Kinks. From their formation at a North London Secondary Modern, through time spent as backing band to an upper class crooner at debutante balls, Dave tells how the Kinks career as Searchers sound alikes was almost over before it began.
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More Dangerous Songs: And the Banned Played On (2014)
Character: Self - Performer
More Dangerous Songs: And the Banned Played On features previously banned songs by the BBC including "Lola" by the Kinks, "Jackie" by Scott Walker and "(We Don't Need this) Fascist Groove Thang" by Heaven 17.
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Jerry Lee Lewis and Friends (2002)
Character: Self
Jerry Lee Lewis along with special guest artists Van Morrison, , Dave Edmunds, John Lodge from the Moody Blues, Brian May of Queen, Dave Davies from The Kinks and many more performing to a sell out audience in London's Hammersmith Apollo.
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The Kinks - Echoes of a World (2018)
Character: N/A
The story of the 1968 album, The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society. After failing to chart upon release, it went on to become one of the most influential works in rock.
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The Kinks: At the BBC 1964-1994 (2012)
Character: N/A
This incredible archive represents a great set of previously unreleased recordings in the Kinks catalog. The collection has been brought together by trawling the BBC archives, but also by inviting contributions from fans. Included also is a DVD of the bands sought after appearances on Top of the Pops and the Old Grey Whistle Test a well as concerts from throughout the band's career. This is a first for the band as these recordings have never been available in one place before. The Kinks At The BBC is a triumphant collection of the defining moments of a truly seminal British band, as witnessed, broadcast and archived by the voice of the nation, the BBC.
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Heavy Metal Britannia (2010)
Character: Self
Nigel Planer narrates a documentary which traces the origins and development of British heavy metal from its humble beginnings in the industrialised Midlands to its proud international triumph. Contributors include Lemmy, Sabbath's Tony Iommi, Ian Gillan from Deep Purple, Judas Priest singer Rob Halford, Bruce Dickinson from Iron Maiden and Saxon's Biff Byford.
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60 Songs: BBC Two at 60 (2024)
Character: Self (archive footage)
A celebration of some of the biggest names in music, offering an epic compilation of 60 songs performed over the past 60 years to celebrate BBC Two's diamond anniversary. All the performances featured originated on BBC Two and have formed an important part of the channel's output over its 60-year history. Featuring such musicians as Joni Mitchell, Elton John, the Rolling Stones, Dolly Parton, Stormzy, Sam Smith, Kylie Minogue, Bob Marley, Blondie and Queen.
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The Secret Science of Pop (2017)
Character: Himself
Evolutionary biologist Professor Armand Leroi believes data science can transform the pop world. He gathers a team of scientists and researchers to analyse over 50 years of UK chart music. Can algorithms find the secret to pop success? When the results are in, Armand teams up with hit producer Trevor Horn. Using machine-learning techniques, Armand and Trevor try to take a song by unsigned artist Nike Jemiyo and turn it into a potential chart-topper.
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Restitution (2011)
Character: Jason
A true crime writer investigating a small town murder spree uncovers the devastating truth that changes the town forever.
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Art House (2010)
Character: Bruce Langer
A communal house left in trust many years ago to provide art students support in the way of free housing, ART HOUSE has accumulated its share of legends, lore, art, art junk and a reputation for hard partying. When a university dean and an influential descendant of the original benefactor decide to turn the place into housing for varsity golf, the residents only chance of blocking the move is to prove their value and vitality as an artistic community. The burden is on art student Nora Ohr (Greta Gerwig), who is energetic, compassionate, but by no means perfect. Can the residents of ART HOUSE get their act together and make a name for themselves as artists before they're kicked out?
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The Session Man (2025)
Character: Self
The story of highly gifted pianist and unsung hero, Nicky Hopkins, who played with the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Who, the Kinks and many more.
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