Casuals

The film delves into how a working-class movement shaped fashion trends across cities like Liverpool, Manchester, and London. It highlights the origins of the casual style, tracing its roots back to the mod revival of the late 1970s and how notorious football firms began stealing designer sportswear.

As the documentary unfolds, it examines the cultural significance of this subculture and its enduring legacy in today’s fashion scene. It showcases how the ‘casual’ look, developed in the terraces of British cities, has inspired youth culture from Barcelona to Berlin and beyond.

Featuring interviews with key figures such as Peter Hooton and Jonny Owen, Casuals provides insight into the motivations and values of this unique community. The runtime is 75 minutes, allowing for an in-depth exploration of its themes and subjects.