Quadrophenia, Film, Literature Influences

The podcast episode explores the impact of the 1979 film Quadrophenia on the mod revival scene, among women from East London and Essex. Interviews reveal how the film brought both authenticity and commercialization to the subculture, with pre-Quadrophenia mods distinguishing themselves from newcomers. Cinema screenings of the film became communal events, reinforcing a shared identity among youth who were already entrenched in mod culture. The episode delves into the various elements that defined a true mod lifestyle, from music to fashion, contrasting them with those who merely adopted the look in response to the film's popularity.