This Is England
Thomas Turgoose, Stephen Graham, Jo Hartley
A young boy becomes friends with a gang of skinheads. Friends soon become like family, and relationships will be pushed to the very limit.
Why you'll love it
A film that delves into the skinhead culture in 1980s England, which was influenced by post-punk music and social issues.
Control
Sam Riley, Samantha Morton, Craig Parkinson
A profile of Ian Curtis, the enigmatic singer of Joy Division whose personal, professional, and romantic troubles led him to die by suicide at the age of 23.
Why you'll love it
A biographical film about the life of Ian Curtis, the lead singer of the post-punk band Joy Division, exploring his struggles and the impact of his music.
24 Hour Party People
Steve Coogan, Lennie James, John Thomson
In 1976, Tony Wilson sets up Factory Records and brings Manchester's music to the world.
Why you'll love it
A comedic take on the Manchester music scene, focusing on the rise of post-punk and the influential Factory Records.
American Hardcore
Greg Ginn, Ian MacKaye, James Drescher
The History of American Punk Rock 1980-1986
Why you'll love it
A documentary that chronicles the rise of the hardcore punk scene in the United States, which was a significant part of the post-punk movement.
The Last Days of Disco
Chloë Sevigny, Kate Beckinsale, Chris Eigeman
Story of two female Manhattan book editors fresh out of college, both finding love and themselves while frequenting the local disco.
Why you'll love it
Set in the early 1980s, it captures the transition from disco to post-punk, exploring the lives of young adults navigating the changing music scene.