Give My Regards to Broad Street

– Having written the music and screenplay for this film, Paul McCartney also plays himself in the lead..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
5.30 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 48 Minutes
Release Year:
1984
Give My Regards to Broad Street (1984)

Having written the music and screenplay for this film, Paul McCartney also plays himself in the leading role. When the mastertape of McCartney's latest album is misplaced, he must discover its whereabouts in less than 24 hours or else risk losing his recording company to the lowlife Mr. Rath (John Bennett). McCartney performs three new songs, along with classic Beatles' tunes. Co-starring are former Beatles mate Ringo Starr as the drummer in Paul's band, Ringo's real-life wife Barbara Bach, McCartney's then wife Linda and Tracy Ullman.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
UK
Genre:
Release Date:

23 Oct 1984

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG – Parental Guidance Suggested

Some material may not be suitable for children. Parents urged to give "parental guidance". May contain some material parents might not like for their young children.

Director:

Peter Webb

Writer:

Paul McCartney (screenplay)

Main Actors:

John Burgess, Bryan Brown, Philip Jackson, Ian Hastings

Plot:

Paul McCartney plays himself in another exaggerated "Day In the Life." Included are fictional scenes of the star preparing to film two videos, rehearsing in a loft, playing for the BBC, and even dreaming up a rather horrific nightmare. A loosely developed plot about missing master tapes ties all these events together

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 1 nomination.

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
21%