Description
Actor James McAvoy (Split, Atonement) makes his directorial debut with California Schemin’. The film takes you back to the 1990s to tell the true story of the Scottish rap duo, Silibil N’ Brains. Musicians Gavin and Billy pretend to be American in order to get taken serious in the London music scene. They quickly become successful, getting a record deal and tv appearances, until their scheme comes crumbling down. Based on Gavin Bain’s memoir, California Schemin’: How Two Lads from Scotland Conned the Music Industry is a must-see for music lovers.
Director
James McAvoySpoken language
EnglishSubtitles
EnglishLength
108 min.Genres
Biography, Drama, HistoryPremiere
National premiereLocation
Filmhuis Den HaagActors
James McAvoy, Lucy Halliday, James CordenThis film also plays on:
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