This Town

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Is BBC's 'This Town' Really Based on a True Story? Unveiling the Drama Behind the Scenes

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Discover the truth behind the thrilling new BBC series 'This Town' and the inspiration behind its storyline.

BBC One's latest drama 'This Town' has viewers captivated with its gripping storyline set in 1980s Birmingham. Created by Steven Knight, the mastermind behind Peaky Blinders, the series revolves around Dante Williams, a young poet with aspirations to form a band and set his words to music. As the narrative unfolds, viewers are drawn into the vibrant world of music and creativity against the backdrop of social unrest in Birmingham.

The series explores the formation of an 80s new wave band, delving into themes of ambition, creativity, and the challenges faced by young artists during that era. While the storyline is not directly based on a true story, it resonates with elements of real-life experiences and struggles faced by musicians trying to make their mark in the industry.

With a stellar cast including Michelle Dockery, Nicholas Pinnock, and David Dawson, 'This Town' promises a compelling watch for audiences seeking a blend of drama, music, and historical context. The soundtrack, featuring classic tracks from the 1980s and new music, adds an authentic touch to the series, enhancing the viewer's immersion in the era.

Intriguingly, the filming locations for 'This Town' span across Birmingham, including Coventry, West Bromwich, Aston, and Walsall, providing viewers with a visual journey through the iconic streets of the 1980s. As the series unfolds, audiences can expect a rollercoaster of emotions and a glimpse into the tumultuous yet vibrant music scene of the time.

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Is This Town based on a true story? (Radio Times)

The six-part series tells the story of Dante Williams, a young aspiring poet who decides to start a band and set his words to music. Meanwhile, other members of ...

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This Town: All about BBC drama from Peaky Blinders creator, from ... (HELLO!)

The BBC's new thriller This Town, which comes from Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, is set in 1980s Birmingham and follows a group of young people who ...

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Is BBC drama This Town based on a true story? (South Wales Evening Post)

A thrilling new drama series is now showing on BBC One and it's set to have viewers on the edge of their seats every week. This Town, which has six episodes ...

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BBC This Town full cast list, airdate, filming locations, plot and music ... (WalesOnline)

The new, 1980s-set drama from Peaky Blinders' Steven Knight and will feature a soundtrack of classic tracks from the era and new music over the end credits ...

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This Town on BBC One: What it's about, how many episodes and ... (Manchester Evening News)

A brand new series starts tonight on BBC and it features some cast members who you may recognise from popular TV shows. This Town will premiere on BBC One ...

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BBC This Town where it's filmed - every location across Birmingham ... (Birmingham Live)

Birmingham filming locations for BBC's This Town by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight including Coventry, West Bromwich, Aston and Walsall.

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This Town review – there is no point in resisting this bold, brilliant TV ... (The Guardian)

Steven Knight's six-parter about the formation of an 80s new wave band is intelligent, ambitious and anarchic. But be warned: it can feel oppressive at ...

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This Town review: A new Steven Knight tale that feels deeply personal (The Independent)

The BBC drama, set in Eighties Birmingham, tells a story of creativity blossoming in the tinderbox of social unrest.

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This Town review: An uneven gear shift from the Peaky Blinders ... (iNews)

EMBARGOED TO 0001 TUESDAY MARCH 26 Undated BBC Handout Photo from This Town. Pictured: Levi Brown as Dante Williams in 'This Town' (Photo: BBC/Banijay Rights/ ...

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BBC This Town full cast list as stars of Peaky Blinders and Downton ... (WalesOnline)

Michelle Dockery (Downton Abbey, Anatomy of a Scandal); Nicholas Pinnock (For Life, Marcella); David Dawson (My Policeman, The Last Kingdom); Levi Brown (Loss ...

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Is BBC's This Town by Steven Knight based on a true story? (Birmingham Live)

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This Town review — riots, ska and self-indulgence in 1981 ... (The Times)

Plus the trailer was exciting, a pacy mix of pop bands, poetry, rioting and IRA politics. So it was disappointing that the first episode diluted that potent ...

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This Town, BBC One review - lurid melodrama in Eighties ... (The Arts Desk)

Steven Knight revisits his Midlands roots, with implausible consequences. TV review by Adam Sweeting.

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This Town director inspired by Nottingham upbringing (BBC News)

The BBC One drama, which also features city actor Eve Austin, will air on Easter Sunday.

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This Town viewers blast BBC series over one 'appalling' aspect (The Independent)

The cast includes Levi Brown, Jordan Bolger, Ben Rose, Eve Austin, Michelle Dockery and Nicholas Pinnock. The series has been well received by critics ...

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The sound of This Town: the 10 best 2 Tone songs (Telegraph.co.uk)

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BBC This Town viewers 'turn off' new drama from Peaky Blinders ... (South Wales Evening Post)

This Town, which is written by Peaky Blinders' Steven Knight, features actors from Downton Abbey, Marcella and My Policeman, but viewers couldn't help but ...

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Ultra Warm Performance S.E.T® Heated Socks - Ski Town, thermal ... (Reading Agency)

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