Some People
Some People

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Some People

1962
Movie
93 min
English

Four teen-aged Teds are persuaded to form a rock group and undertake the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme to keep them out of trouble.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Clive DonnerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young, ambitious man, eager to make his mark on the world, decides the best way to achieve this is through crime. He assembles a gang of similarly disenfranchised youths to carry out a series of daring heists, aiming for a substantial score. As their criminal exploits escalate, the group finds themselves navigating the dangerous consequences of their actions, leading to unforeseen challenges and moral dilemmas.

Critical Reception

Some People was met with a generally positive reception, praised for its youthful energy and its attempt to capture the zeitgeist of the early 1960s British 'new wave' cinema. While some critics noted its slightly uneven tone, many commended its performances and its contemporary social commentary.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its fresh, energetic portrayal of youth culture and burgeoning crime.

  • Praised for its blend of social realism and comedic elements.

  • Noted for its authentic depiction of early 1960s Britain.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Clive Donner, later went on to direct the classic Christmas film 'A Christmas Carol' (also known as 'Scrooge') in 1970.

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