CinemaOSMovie · 1985 · 0h 54m · G

The Story of the Kinks

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Discover the inside story of the most influential English rock band of the '60s. Inspired by a mix of genres including rhythm and blues, folk and country, their music created a British Invasion around the world. Their third single "You Really Got Me" became an international hit and went straight to the top of the charts in the UK. With seventeen top 20 singles and five top ten albums in the UK, the Kinks had an incredibly successful career spanning over 30 years. Featuring interviews with key members of the group, this is their story.

Directed byMartin Brierley

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 54m
Language
EN
Released
January 1, 1985
Studios
Cable Connection Television Inc.

Featuring

Cast & crew

4 credited
Starring
Ray Davies

Ray Davies

Self

Larry Page

Self

Robert Wace

Self

Tommy Vance

Narrator (voice)

Creative team
Directed by
Martin Brierley
Produced by
Martin Brierley

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