Music,Comedy,Drama
United Kingdom
Spike Island is a 2012 British comedy-drama film directed by Mat Whitecross and written by Chris Coghill. The movie is set in the year 1990 and follows the story of a group of friends from Manchester who are passionate fans of the Stone Roses, a popular band known for their unique blend of rock and dance music.
The central characters of the movie are five teenage boys - Tits, Dodge, Zippy, Little Gaz and Penfold - who are members of a garage band called Shadowcaster. They dream of becoming successful musicians like their idols, the Stone Roses. They hear that the band is planning to give a concert at Spike Island, a remote location in Merseyside, England. The boys form a plan to travel to the concert and somehow make a connection with the Stone Roses.
The movie follows the friends on their journey to Spike Island, where they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including a lack of money, transportation issues, and confrontations with rival fans. Despite these setbacks, the boys remain determined to achieve their goal and attend the concert. Along the way, they meet a variety of characters, including a young woman named Sally who joins them on their journey.
When the friends finally arrive at the concert venue, they are thrilled to see their favorite band in person. The movie ends with an emotional scene as the Stone Roses perform their iconic hit song "I Am the Resurrection". The boys are inspired by the experience and vow to continue pursuing their dreams of becoming successful musicians.
Overall, Spike Island is a coming-of-age story that celebrates the power of music and the determination of young people to pursue their dreams. It is a tribute to the enduring appeal of the Stone Roses and their place in the cultural history of the UK.
