Beats
Summer 1994, Scotland. Johnno and Spanner are best mates, but Johnno’s family are moving him to a new town and a better life, leaving Spanner behind to face a precarious future. In pursuit of adventure and escape they head out on one last night to an illegal rave before parting ways indefinitely.
Release Year
2019
Runtime
100 min
Audience Score
6.7
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Music
Story Snapshot
Summer 1994, Scotland. Johnno and Spanner are best mates, but Johnno’s family are moving him to a new town and a better life, leaving Spanner behind to face a precarious future. In pursuit of adventure and escape they head out on one last night to an illegal rave before parting ways indefinitely.
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Beats is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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