The Story of the Kinks (1985)

The Story of the Kinks

1985

Documentary Music History

Synopsis

Discover the inside story of the most influential English rock band of the '60s. Inspired by a mix of genres including rhythm and blues, folk and country, their music created a British Invasion around the world. Their third single "You Really Got Me" became an international hit and went straight to the top of the charts in the UK. With seventeen top 20 singles and five top ten albums in the UK, the Kinks had an incredibly successful career spanning over 30 years. Featuring interviews with key members of the group, this is their story.

Credits

Director

Martin Brierley

Cast

Larry Page as Self

Ray Davies as Self

Robert Wace as Self

The Kinks as Self

Tommy Vance as Narrator (voice)

Crew

Steve Albins (Camera Operator)

Tony P. Waters (Editor)