Northern Soul
Seen it?2014 | 102 min | Music, Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (76% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- If you count yourself among anyone who likes a story with a soundtrack worth keeping and music lovers, this one's for you. The music is woven into the story, not just laid on top. A good follow-up to Rocketman or Get On Up. Soaked in 1970s atmosphere.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Quiet, then quietly devastating, at 1 hr 42 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
- Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.
Set in 1974, an authentic and uplifting tale of two friends whose horizons are opened up by the discovery of black American soul music.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
76% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$1 million worldwide
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Elaine Constantine
- Elliot J. LangridgeJohn Clark
- Josh WhitehouseMatt
- Antonia ThomasAngela
- Steve CooganMr. Banks
- James LanceRay Henderson
- Ashley Taylor DawsonPaul
- Christian McKayJohn's Dad
- Lisa StansfieldJohn's Mum
- Ricky TomlinsonJohn's Grandad
- Jack GordonSean