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Plot

Steeped in the nihilistic philosophy and rebellious fashions of the British punk movement, this early feature by experimental filmmaker Derek Jarman presents an unusual look at late 1970s London. The bulk of Jubilee focuses on a loosely connected group of female outcasts, united by a hatred of convention that at times extends into dark violence. Providing contrast is the film's framing story, in which Queen Elizabeth I travels forward in time to view the future of England and finds unexpected sympathy with the female rebels. The film references both William Shakespeare and Siouxsie and the Banshees, and it alternates scenes of transgressive violence with heady discussions of English history. The film's casting alone makes it an intriguing artifact of its time, showcasing subcultural icons from musician Adam Ant to several cast members of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
MPAA Rating:
Not Yet Rated
Genre(s):
Art and Experimental,Fantasy
Run Time:
103min.
Theatrical Release Date:
06/09/2008
DVD Release Date:
05/27/2003
Director(s):
Themes:
Future Dystopias,Time Travel,Crowned Heads
Tone:
Biting,Bleak,Hallucinatory,Irreverent,Stylized,Sensual
Keywords:
music,performer,punk,queen [royalty],rock-music,terrorism,time-travel,tourist
Language:
English