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The trio of aliens learn human behavior and languageįrom watching classics on television like Gun Fury (’53), Rebel Science fiction films like Forbidden Planet (’56) and Earth vs. The film also serves as a throwback to 1950s It even includesĪ cameo by the mysterious lady in pink Angelyne, who was herself a precursor to

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The movie is chock full of 1980s esthetics and slang, making it a nostalgicĭelight for anyone who lived through, or just loves, that era.

The aliens are given a makeover toīest resemble humans and they cause a ruckus in the Valley with their new look. Jeff Goldblum, Jim Carrey and Damon Wayans. McNally and Charlie Coffey, the story follows California girl Valerie (Geenaĭavis) who, in the midst of romantic turmoil, is visited by three furry aliens:

Jeff Goldblum in their third picture together. Romantic comedy musical hybrid starred then real-life couple Geena Davis and The musical feature film with EARTH GIRLS ARE EASY (’88). When Temple left the UK to work in the US, he made another go at Setting and “Alright” is a throwback to the golden era of Hollywood musicalsĪnd features cameos by the Nicholas Brothers, Cab Calloway and Cyd Charisse. “When I Think of You” pays homage to ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS urban Played on their cinema screen.” Temple went on to direct two music videos for Particularly Michael and Janet, who used to copy the dance sequences as it Temple is quoted as saying, “It turned out the Jackson family were fans, The film caught the eye of Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson. To have made its way a bit closer back towards Earth these days.” Interview with Supajam, “It was strange being accused of destroying the Britishįilm industry… for many decades, it seemed to be circling Pluto, but it seems Movie studio Goldcrest Film International. The film was a flop and bankrupted British In an interview, TempleĬalled the production “a half-nightmare, half-dream” and said that he wishes it Result was a musical that strayed from Temple’s vision. With the final editing, which was handled by three different editors. The film features performancesīy Sade and Davide Bowie, two musicians Temple had previous directed musicĪccording to the website Supajam, ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS was at the time “the most expensive British filmĮver made.” When the shooting wrapped, Temple was fired. Kensit) and gets caught up in the local music scene. Eddie O’Connell stars as Colin,Ī photographer who falls in love with fashion designer Crepe Suzette (Patsy Recognized as a major influence on popular culture. Notting Hill race riots, it explores the cultural revolution of the time, when jazz wasįalling out of favor, rock ‘n’ roll was making a scene and teenagers were being An homage to the early days of rock ‘n’ roll, ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS wasĪn adaptation of Colin MacInnes’ 1959 novel. Inspired by Temple’s love of Hollywood musicals: ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS (’86) and EARTH GIRLS ARE EASY (’88). Among his films are two outliers, a pair of films Revolutionizing culture but was also interested in how the music of the past Temple had a front row seat at a time when music was Pistols and made his debut feature film The Great Rock ’N’ Roll Swindle (’80) In filmmaking when he discovered the work of French filmmaker Jean Vigo, whom Janet Jackson, Billy Idol, Van Halen and Paul McCartney. Best known for his music videos, he’sĭirected artists such as the Rolling Stones, Depeche Mode, Whitney Houston,

Musicians are his forte, although he’s also made films about Director Julien Temple has built his filmmaking career showcasingĬreative types.

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