THE STORY OF TROJAN RECORDS
World Premiered at BFI London Film Festival
US Premiered at DocNYC
US Premiered at DocNYC
"LIVELY, GOSSIPY, WARM-HEARTED"
"It’s worth multiple watches to absorb all the history and
the joy that these musicians experienced through ska and reggae."
the joy that these musicians experienced through ska and reggae."
“GREAT FUN.
A slick 'greatest hits' look back at the Trojan legacy,
which leaves you wanting more.”
– Little White Lie
A slick 'greatest hits' look back at the Trojan legacy,
which leaves you wanting more.”
– Little White Lie
"With the fantastic lineup of reggae artists in this ode to the famous British label Trojan Records, you won’t be able to sit still,"
- International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam
- International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam
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Press Coverage:
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Grammy-nominated director Nicolas Jack Davies is a born storyteller known for his cinematic, raw and emotive human portraits across film, documentary, commercials and music videos.
He has worked with the likes of Coldplay, Elbow, The Maccabees, PJ Harvey, Laura Marling and White Lies. He is a triple-MTV VMA nominees for his work with Mumford & Sons, a collaboration that earned him a nomination for 'Best Music Film' at the Grammy Awards 2014 for "The Road to Red Rocks". |
In 2014 Nicolas (as part of directing duo Fred&Nick) filmed and directed his first long form documentary for Channel 4 television - the Grierson shortlisted "Payday" - to much acclaim.
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Rudeboy:
The Story of Trojan Records Directed by Nicolas Jack Davies
Run time: 86 min. Public Performance Rights Licensing:
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Synopsis:
A film about the origins and impact of Trojan Records and how Jamaican music paved the way for modern multi-cultural Britain. |
Long Synopsis:
A film about the love affair between Jamaican and British Youth culture told through the prism of one the most iconic record labels in history, Trojan Records. Combining archive footage, interview and drama, Rudeboy tells the story of Trojan Records by placing it at the heart of a cultural revolution that unfolded in the council estates and dance floors of late 60’s and early 70’s Britain and how that period of immigration and innovation transformed popular music and culture. A loving tribute that reminds us that music has the power to break down cultural barriers and change lives.
Featuring a cast of legendary artists including Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry, Toots Hibbert, Ken Boothe, Neville Staple, Marcia Griffiths, Dave Barker, Dandy Livingstone, Lloyd Coxsone, Pauline Black, Derrick Morgan and more.
A film about the love affair between Jamaican and British Youth culture told through the prism of one the most iconic record labels in history, Trojan Records. Combining archive footage, interview and drama, Rudeboy tells the story of Trojan Records by placing it at the heart of a cultural revolution that unfolded in the council estates and dance floors of late 60’s and early 70’s Britain and how that period of immigration and innovation transformed popular music and culture. A loving tribute that reminds us that music has the power to break down cultural barriers and change lives.
Featuring a cast of legendary artists including Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry, Toots Hibbert, Ken Boothe, Neville Staple, Marcia Griffiths, Dave Barker, Dandy Livingstone, Lloyd Coxsone, Pauline Black, Derrick Morgan and more.
