The Liberty of Norton Folgate
Sound + Vision 2015
July 29 - August 7, 2015
A concert film of iconic ska band Madness’ concept album of the same name that is reflective of London’s working-class history and waves of immigration.
A concert film shot during a performance at London’s Hackney Empire, Temple’s inventive approach to Madness’ concept album of the same name connects the iconic ska band with their working-class British roots and a populist tradition of entertainment. The film weaves comical introductions to songs and a tour of various historically seedy London neighborhoods led by Madness’ Suggs and Carl into footage from the concert, whose audience is peppered with burlesque “types” who sometimes steal the show.
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