Avis sur le produitPirate Radio (DVD, 2009)

A fun trip back to the "60s, with a message

Anyone who remembers the music of the Sixites probably also remembers the controversy that it aroused among the older and stuffier elements of the world. The howls of execration about how this evil rock and roll was corrupting our youth, bringing about moral decay, and leading to the decline of civilization as we know it! Well in England, ironically the home of the "British Invasion" that defined the era, they did more than just complain. They actually banned it! As the chief government censor says, "That's the point of government....if you don't like something, you can just pass a law making it illegal". Pretty scary thought, and one that says a lot. In response, a group of irreverent DJ's sailed their boat outside the three-mile limit and broadcast their music to the mainland anyway, much to the delight of rock fans. The scenes of listeners groovin' to the forbidden sounds are great, as are the antics of the wild and crazy bunch aboard ship. In one particularly amusing scene, there's a spirited debate over whether they can say the F-word on the air, and of course the microphone is "accidentally" left open. Like the world will end if that word is spoken on the radio, right? Same debate still going on now, 45 years later. Towrds the end of the movie there's a crisis situation, which I won't spoil by getting into, except to say that it provides some suspense, kind of "dramatic relief" to a comedy, the reverse of comic relief in a serious story.
This is a fun movie with a libertarian message...as one character says, "governments loathe people being free". Ain't it the truth! It's a great nostalgia trip and one you can enjoy many times over, which is, of course, why I bought the DVD.Lire l'avis complet...

Great soundtrack, great story, great re-watch

I bought this for a friend. I own a copy myself. Put simply, if you grew up listening to classic rock, its worth your time. On-board what most of us forgot existed, a Pirate Radio Station, British and American Rock excites you throughout the movie. A definite comedy to add to your shelf and watch with friends over and over. The major hits come out at just the right times and you'll want to pull your own records out of storage. Once you watch it through, you'll agree that the director should come out with a new edition that has the deleted scenes inserted, they add even more to the movie. A fun and ear hitting movie that is a definite re-watch.Lire l'avis complet...

Absolutely enlightening of the 60's era!

This opens with a cast of Phillp Seym. Hoffman and not much else. They're a jolly bunch broadcasting from a ship off the shore of England. Therefore they are not quite under the broadcasting regs. of England. They think they're so cleverly rebellious. Each person is of such a unique character laid out very clearly before you as an audience. I am of the 60's & 70's era and found this 'spot on' as well as informative to what was really happening with Rock & Roll music at it's earliest days of communication to the masses. It was banned over the air waves in merry old England except for 8 hours a day. Those hours being at the regulator's choice of time slot! It's a jolly and carefree banter back & forth the "pirates" & the Minister of Refusal, oh I meant Regulations. He's a jerk of a character with too much 'say so' and lack of conscious to the danger of drowning for the Pirate Radio crew and ship. You must watch to the absolute end. Even after the credits there is revelation!
Not a First Class movie, but absolutely an Entertaining & Engaging Story.
I give It 5 STARS. Way To GO Matey!.......de'boop.Lire l'avis complet...

Pirate Radio

After seeing the movie previews on tv I just knew I had to have this dvd when it was released It's a real blast from the past, with a very interesting chapter in the history of rock n' roll. Pirate Radio was the "illegal" broadcasting off the British Isles during the 60's, for the BBC virtually controlled radio broadcasts. Unlike in America where every city had many radio stations, the BBC only "allowed" one hour a week of rock n' roll. Radio Caroline was probably the most famous of these pirate ships, check out Youtube for more. Overall the acting is great, the music stomps and the ending is surprising..enjoy the ride. P.S. check out the deleted scenes..especially the one labeled The Meaning Of Life..it should of been included in the movie.Lire l'avis complet...

Pirate Radio (DVD, 2010)

This was a really fun movie. It is about a time in Great Britain, in 1966, when a bunch of "Stuffed Shirts" actually made it a crime to listen to rock music! The BBC controlled all radio transmission, so the only way for modern music to be broadcast was by Pirate Radio. Various ships, and barges would sit at anchor just beyond the three-mile International boundary and broadcast rock music to the British people. This was eventually made a crime under the "Marine Offenses Act", punishable by a Large fine and/or a prison sentence. The movie is about one American and the rest Brits, all of whom are a bunch of characters. This is a laugh a minute story filled with the goofy hysteria of the time and situation. It is loaded with lots of classic rock songs that I haven't heard for years. I liked it!Lire l'avis complet...

Fun, though under-appreciated movie.

An under-appreciated feel-good movie! I think the critics just didn't get it. Music and misbehaving on a 1960s UK unlicensed "pirate" radio station, where the operators broadcast then-banned rock music to listeners in the United Kingdom.Lire l'avis complet...

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Another classic movie

Many of my favourite actors and actresses...some early in their popular career. Very funny. Very easy entertaining weekend movie.

Says Everything about the sixties great music.

Great Movie! Love the soundtrack. Too bad P SH is not around anymore. He was a great actor. RAND

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Pirate Radio is a must watch for old school rock lovers!

Wacky fun Adult comedy beyond the norm of current movies, going back to the good old days of Rock n Roll

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Fun movie with adult humor great music

I own it and bought it as a gift.. my friend loved the movie, esp great soundtrack

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