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Absolute Beginners is a 1986 British musical film directed by Julien Temple and adapted from Colin MacInnes's 1959 novel. Set in London in 1958, it follows a young photographer navigating romance, youth culture, music, fashion, and racial tension during a period of social change. The film combines a coming-of-age story with original songs and performances by several well-known musicians.
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How good is Absolute Beginners?
Absolute Beginners scores 5.10/10 (Mediocre) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Musical Film category.
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