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Chicago accompanied by Patti Plinko

Chicago USA 1927. Dir Frank Urson. With Phyllis Haver, Virginia Bradford, Victor Varconi. 118min.
The original Chicago was directed by Frank Uson in during the roaring twenties in the USA.  The film exudes the glamour of the age.  Self-centred Roxie Hart (Haver) is adored by her husband, Chicago cigar stand owner, Amos Hart. She’s having an affair with one of his customers, Casely, who, tired of Roxie’s wilely ways, attempts to leave her, triggering a stream of events that lead to Roxie's notoriety. Haver is spectacular as the jazz-loving Roxie, a seductress of the first order; an all male jury never had it so good.

Patti Plinko and her Boy After the success of their self released album Bohemian Suicide and gaining critical acclaim with their sell out shows around Europe and the UK where they enthralled audiences and press alike, the manic chanteuse Patti Plinko and her Boy look set to continued success.  Patti’s mesmerizing, seductive throaty vocals flirt amongst a fusion of music and cinematic influences from twisted guitars, violins, beaten pots and whisky bottles to experiments in vinyl and sound. Unmissable, 5 stars - Time Out