Arranging a one off show at Spike Island, The Stone Roses gig became a landmark moment in British youth culture. Watched by 30,000 people and came at a time the band were at the peak of their fame, the gig gave writer Tom Green the idea to make the film. The writer is responsible for Channel Four’s Misfits, although this time he had passed writing credits to '24 Hour Party People' actor Chris Cohill.
Speaking to BBC News, Tom Green explained some of the motivations behind the new film project. "This is a raw and truly authentic rites-of-passage story. It's full of the humour, heartache, dreams and fears of being part of a brotherhood of mates, and set to the greatest record ever written".
He added: "The Roses died in '95. This is the resurrection."
Famously, the actual show was something of an anti-climax featuring dodgy sound and overpriced burgers. However the event raised expectations, and demonstrated that despite years of Thatcher oppression youth culture was still a vital force in British society.
Many of the musicians involved in the show are expected to make a cameo in the film, which is due to start shooting later this year. The permanently young Mani could well play himself, following a similar walk on part in '24 Hour Party People'.
Project is set to go into production and we're looking forward to see the results.
Project is set to go into production and we're looking forward to see the results.
