Movies and TvShows featuring "ska" theme.

Jamaican singer-songwriter Bob Marley overcomes adversity to become the most famous reggae musician in the world.

This Is England '86 follows the lives of a group of young friends growing up in the tough streets of Nottingham. It explores their struggles with identity, friendship, and the social issues of the time, including the rise of the skinhead subculture and the harsh realities of working-class life. The story takes a dark turn when a member of the group is subjected to a horrific act of violence.

A teenager named Will Burton moves to a new town and becomes involved in a battle of the bands competition. With the help of a group of misfit musicians, he forms a band called I Can't Go On, I'll Go On and they work together to perfect their sound and compete against rival bands. Along the way, Will learns valuable lessons about friendship, personal growth, and the power of music.

An extended family and four young people are drawn into the world of ska and two-tone music, which exploded from the grass roots of Coventry and Birmingham in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, uniting black, white and Asian youths.

Urgh! A Music War is a documentary film that features live performances by a diverse range of punk, rock, and new wave bands from the late 1970s and early 1980s. The film captures the energy and excitement of these music genres through electrifying concert footage and interviews with the musicians. From punk rock to reggae and ska, Urgh! A Music War explores the vibrant and influential music scene of the time.

Surf II: The End of the Trilogy is a comedy film set in Southern California, where a group of friends encounters mutant surfers created by a mad scientist. The film follows their hilarious and outrageous adventures as they navigate the world of surfing, high school, and strange science experiments. It's a wacky and fun-filled ride that combines black humor, sex comedy, and surf culture.

In 1982, a radio station in Long Island, New York defied the mainstream by playing new wave music. This documentary tells the story of how the station became a beacon for music lovers and the impact it had on the local community.

Teenager Jamie moves with his mother, sister and grandfather to an island off the South Australian coast where mum has a job running a marine research station. To his discomfort, Jamie discovers he's a "selkie" - half human, half seal - that explains the webbing on his hands and also why he changes completely into a seal as soon as he hits water.

Documentary about the pedigrees of punk featuring The Boomtown Rats, Sex Pistols, Pretenders, The Clash, The Jam, Madness, Ian Dury & The Blockheads, The Specials, Secret Affair, and many ...

The Story of Skinhead is a documentary that delves into the origins, influences, and evolution of the skinhead subculture, tracing its roots from the working-class youth of 1960s England to its manifestation as a symbol of racial tensions and political extremism.

Comedy - Benny throws a party to help woo his crush Stephanie. But when bloodthirsty zombies crash the party, Benny and his friends find themselves fighting for their lives! - Josh Lively, Zane Crosby, Sarah Bauer

A captivating documentary that delves into the vibrant world of ska music during the 1990s. Through interviews with key figures and archival footage, it recounts the genre's meteoric rise and eventual decline, showcasing the impact it had on music and culture. From its roots in Jamaica to its evolution in the United States, 'Pick It Up!: Ska in the '90s' highlights the influential bands and showcases the movement's enduring legacy.

Three part BBC series about the history of Jamaican music and it's influence on modern charts in the UK and America. Traces the story of how Caribbean island conquered the world through its music. With interviews and commentary from reggae legends as well as people on the ground, Lloyd Bradley takes up the story from the late 1950s and the development of ska, then follows the music’s journey overseas in the 1960s. But it was in the 1970s that reggae exploded into an international phenomenon with the super-stardom of Bob Marley and artists like Burning Spear, Jimmy Cliff, and Third World. Since then, reggae has continued to reinvent itself as a powerful musical and cultural force.

The Upsetter tells the fascinating story of Lee Scratch Perry a visionary musician and artist from poor rural Jamaica who journeyed to the big city of Kingston in the late 1950’s with dreams of making it in the burgeoning record industry. He burst upon the scene with a brand new sound, inventing a genre of music that would come to be called Reggae, discovering a young Bob Marley and gaining international recognition as a record producer and solo artist. Soon he was being called upon by artists as diverse as The Clash and Paul McCartney to provide his unique sound.

Skinhead Attitude is a documentary that delves into the world of the skinhead subculture, examining its origins, its connection to various forms of extremism, and the ongoing struggles it faces today. Through interviews, concert footage, and archive footage, the film provides an in-depth look into the social and political factors that have shaped the skinhead movement.

Autobiographical account of the cult 80's British pop group 'Madness (II)' , with members of the group playing themselves, charting their rise from humble beginnings as pub band The Invaders to chart success and their first overseas tour. The film follows the ups and downs of individual members of the group, and features all of their early hits including "The Prince", "One Step Beyond", "Baggy Trousers" and "Night Boat to Cairo"

After an unsuccessful attempt at establishing himself in the early 1970s music scene, Jamaican-born reggae legend Stranger Cole opens a record store, the first Caribbean business in Toronto's Kensington Market.

Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone (2010) is a documentary that chronicles the ups and downs of the groundbreaking band Fishbone. From their humble beginnings in South Central Los Angeles to their rise to fame as pioneers of the ska punk genre, the film explores the band's unique sound and their impact on the music industry. Through interviews with band members and footage from their energetic concerts, viewers get a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs faced by Fishbone throughout their career.

Madness at Madstock is a documentary film that captures the renowned Madness concert held at Madstock in 1998. It provides an inside look at the energetic performance and the band's unique blend of ska and pop music. The film showcases the band's passion for their music and the enthusiastic response from their devoted fans.

Explore the origins and evolution of reggae music in Britain, from the influences of Jamaican immigrants to its rise to popularity and cultural significance.