directed by: Brian Welsh, year: 2019
actors: Cristian Ortega, Lorn Macdonald, Laura Fraser

Set in 1994 Scotland, 'Beats' is a coming-of-age drama that captures the transformative power of rave culture. The film follows best friends Johnno and Spanner as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and the impending ban on unlicensed parties. Against the backdrop of the UK's Criminal Justice Bill, the duo embarks on a night of rebellion, self-discovery, and liberation, set to the pulsating beats of the underground rave scene. With its evocative portrayal of youth and music, 'Beats' resonates with universal themes of friendship and freedom.

Rave Culture, Drama, Coming Of Age, Rave, Friendship, Rebellion