The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society (1996)

The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society (1996) poster

In the mid-to-late fifties the word “Rock-A-Billy” found its way into the vocabulary of America’s youth. Bill Haley and His Comets were the leaders of this short-lived musical movement. By 1962 Rock-A-Billy was all but gone. But in present day London the fashions, attitudes, tattoos and music of the Rock-A-Billy era are alive and well; if you know where to find it. In venues like The Tennessee Rock and Roll Club, Teddy Boy society still perpetuates the mores of Rock-A-Billy culture. Visually arresting in its approach, The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society offers a glimpse into this little known world of late night London.

Director: Bruce Weber
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 4 min
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Cinematography: Lance Acord
Editing: Phyllis Famiglietti
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Bruce Weber
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society about?
In the mid-to-late fifties the word “Rock-A-Billy” found its way into the vocabulary of America’s youth. Bill Haley and His Comets were the leaders of this short-lived musical movement. By 1962 Rock-A-Billy was all but gone. But in present day London the fashions, attitudes, tattoos and music of the Rock-A-Billy era are alive and well; if you know where to find it. In venues like The Tennessee Rock and Roll Club, Teddy Boy society still perpetuates the mores of Rock-A-Billy culture. Visually arresting in its approach, The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society offers a glimpse into this little known world of late night London.
Who directed The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society?
The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society was directed by Bruce Weber.
How long is The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society?
The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society has a runtime of 4m (4 minutes).
What genre is The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society?
The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society is a Documentary film.
Where was The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society produced?
The Teddy Boys of the Edwardian Drape Society was produced in United States of America.