This Is England cover

This Is England

Shane Meadows · 2007 · Film

1h 42m · Drama, Crime

In 7 Achriom libraries

The film presents a stark, visceral portrayal of working-class life in 1980s England, highlighting the intersection of youth culture, political strife, and the search for belonging.

SomberContemporaryThe Impact of Youth Culture on Identity FormationClass Struggle and Social DivideThe Influence of Politics on Personal RelationshipsComing of Age in a Fractured SocietyThe Allure of Gang Life and Violence

Some links are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, Achriom earns from qualifying purchases.

If this resonated

Works across other media that circle the same themes, drawn from real Achriom libraries.

What should I read after This Is England?

If the identity in This Is England stayed with you, The Wanderers by Richard Price walks the same thread. Significant for its raw portrayal of teenage life in the 1960s Bronx, this novel explores themes of friendship, societal expectations, and the tumultuous transition into adulthood. If the coming of age in This Is England stayed with you, Better the Devil by Erik J. Brown walks the same thread. This work explores the complexities of adolescence, focusing on the protagonist's journey through love, loss, and self-discovery within a framework of societal expectations.

What show should I watch after This Is England?

If the identity in This Is England stayed with you, This Is England by Shane Meadows walks the same thread. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous decade, this work explores the harsh realities faced by adolescents in a declining society. If the class in This Is England stayed with you, Pistol by Craig Pearce walks the same thread. This work captures the fervent spirit of a group of young individuals challenging the status quo in a transformative cultural movement.

What anime pairs with This Is England?

If the coming of age in This Is England stayed with you, From Up on Poppy Hill by Studio Ghibli walks the same thread. This film is a poignant reflection on youth and love, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing Japan in the 1960s. If the coming of age in This Is England stayed with you, Waiting in the Summer by J.C.STAFF walks the same thread. This series presents a heartfelt exploration of young relationships framed within the context of filmmaking.

What music pairs with This Is England?

If the class in This Is England stayed with you, Definitely Maybe by Oasis walks the same thread. This record captures the essence of 1990s British rock, blending raw emotion with powerful storytelling. If the identity in This Is England stayed with you, Kiss Me Deadly by Generation X walks the same thread. This record is notable for its raw energy and punk-infused rock sound, representative of the early '80s British punk scene.

What does This Is England connect to in your library?

Achriom reads the themes across your books, films, albums, and shows and finds the threads between them. Import your collection and see where this one sits in your taste.

Build your library free

Catalog data and thematic analysis by Achriom, the cross-media personal library.

This Is England by Shane Meadows · Achriom