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Deep Dive: Tramps! (2023)

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Tramps!
Tramps! is a Canadian documentary directed by Kevin Hegge that focuses on the New Romantic scene in the UK during the late 1970s and early 1980s. It features notable figures such as Duggie Fields and Judy Blame, capturing the essence of a vibrant cultural movement. The film presents a portrait of this era, reflecting on its significance and the personalities that shaped it. The documentary premiered as the closing gala film at BFI Flare in 2022 and later had its Canadian premiere at the Inside Out Film and Video Festival. With a runtime of 104 minutes, it combines archival footage and interviews to provide insight into the New Romantic scene and its lasting impact on culture and fashion.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Duggie Fields and Judy Blame from the New Romantic scene.
  • •See the cultural impact of the New Romantic movement.
  • •Find out why it was a closing gala film at BFI Flare.

Did You Know

•Tramps! premiered as the closing gala film at BFI Flare in 2022.
•The film had its Canadian premiere at the Inside Out Film and Video Festival.
•Kat Duma, Verity Susman, and Matthew Simms were nominated for a Canadian Screen Award in 2024.
•Nadine Whitney rated the film B+ in 2024, noting its nostalgic tone.

Perfect For

New Romantic fashion1970s UK cultureCanadian documentary fans