Favorite movie characters are always an occasion for active discussion. The image of the main characters reflects all the spiritual and physical experiences of the audience themselves. And it is especially interesting when the audience perceives the character as a real person.
Myth or reality?
Opinion around the famous character of the English comedy “Dead Span” by Frankie Wilde was divided into three groups. The first group believes that such a person was. The second sincerely believes that Frankie Wilde not only lived, but is still alive. The members of the third group are convinced that this whole story is fiction. The difference in position on this issue stirs up a lot of controversy and debate among the audience. From this film about a deaf DJ becomes even more interesting and beloved.
The belief that the film is based on real events makes the viewer understand that under any circumstances there is a choice. There are two ways that a person can follow. The first is to accept everything as it is, and withdraw from grief, without taking any action to improve your situation. Or the second option is to fight for your own rights and ideas, try to be valuable both for people and for yourself in the first place.
Plot of the film
Blind Span is a comedy and drama in one picture. This is the life story of the popular DJ Frankie Wilde, who likes to live to the fullest, as they say. Constant flirting with women, endless parties, alcohol, drugs and money. Music without borders was the meaning of his life. This is a picture of the life of the "golden youth", whose representatives do not have high spiritual ideals. They do not know the price of time and health. They do not care about moral principles, humanity and compassion. It is about such a person that the film about the deaf DJ tells. The film also has a second name - “Everything is because of Pete Tong”.
Doctor's diagnosis
Overnight, Frankie's whole world collapsed when the doctor made a terrible diagnosis. He was informed of an imminent hearing loss, which was a very hard blow for the musician. He understood that nothing could be changed. It was hard to realize that life without worries would soon end. But Frankie Wilde still does not give up and challenges his illness and himself. Frankie knows that neither women, nor drinking, nor constant parties can replace the music in his life. He breathed music. The film shows how gradually his world begins to change. The hobbies of the hero, his worldview, people in his environment are changing.
Life is changing
After all this happens, what should Frankie Wilde do? The deaf DJ becomes useless to anyone. He is abandoned by his wife and producer Max. Friends turn away from him. Frankie Wilde tries to recover and locks himself for several months in his villa. He isolates the house from sounds and spends all day using drugs. Falling into depression, Frankie decides to commit suicide. This moment is a turning point in the life of the protagonist. He stands at the crossroads of two roads where suicide is a way to escape from problems.
For suicide, he chooses a very original method. Franky ties fireworks to his head and walks to the edge of the abyss. His originality even in this matter shows how unique he thinks. Of course, Frankie then comes to his senses and refuses a deadly undertaking.
School for the Deaf
Having accepted fate as it is, he goes to a school for the deaf. There, the hero meets Penelope. She also does not hear and teaches others to read lips. Between them there are close and serious relationships. Soon, Frankie realizes that he can feel the music through vibration from the acoustics. At home, he writes a piece of music and gives it to his former partner Max. The producer is surprised and delighted with the wonderful work of a deaf DJ. Max realizes that Frankie can ignite the audience even more, because now he has his own story. And he begins to convince the DJ to go on stage again.
The Return of the Public's Favorite
Native stage, native audience and a sea of music. Frankie Wilde falls into his native element and ascends to the pinnacle of fame. The events that happened to him did not diminish his skill, on the contrary, he becomes an even better professional. As a result, all fans are very enthusiastic about the return of a deaf DJ. It would seem that here they are, the glory and recognition that he so longed for. However, this is not the same Frankie Wilde. The deaf DJ already knows the true value of his "golden" environment, understands what is really expensive. He does not lose his head. Going on stage and universal recognition, he simply proves first of all to himself that Frankie is still worth something, and it does not matter if he is disabled or not. The main thing is to value life and the joys that it gives you. There is a choice in every prevailing life situation. And everyone’s task is to make the right choice for themselves. After all, life is a test that must be overcome with dignity.
Escape from your beloved
In the ending of the film “It's All Over Pete Tong,” Frankie decides to run away after speaking with his lover. He gives up everything: career, fame, money, crowds of fans - and chooses the only woman. This act most clearly reflects what kind of person Frankie Wilde became. Films with a similar plot make you think about the true values of life. Of course, hearing loss is a great misfortune, but in the case of our hero, this becomes his salvation. Thanks to his illness, he changes himself and changes his whole life, gaining happiness.
At the end of The Blind Span, Frankie and Penelope become parents. The main character behaves like an exemplary family man, but after all, he was once the king of parties, drugs and spirits. Paternity encourages him to great responsibility. Former DJ teaches deaf children to feel the music, so he combines his favorite business with the help of others.
Who played Frankie Wilde?
Paul Kay - a comedian actor who played a deaf DJ, was born in 1964 on December 15. He gains fame after being reincarnated as Dennis Pennis. This character is one of his best creations. Paul then had his own project on MTV called Stratter, where he turned into a rude lawyer. He played the role of Toros in such a popular series as Game of Thrones. In the early years, he himself was actively involved in musical activities. He was a designer and worked for Tottenham Hotspur, Southampton and Aston Villa. The talent of the actor is multifaceted and diverse.
Frankie Wilde in his performance turned out to be very realistic and lively. Many experts and film critics note his talent and attribute the success of the painting to Paul's skill. He really conveyed on screen the character of his hero in the film “Deaf Span”. Perfectly got used to the role of Frank Wilde. One of the main points of success is that the actor’s lifestyle was somewhat similar to the frenzied rhythm of DJ Frankie's parties and music. The rich experience of performing on stage throughout the country allowed him to get used to the image completely and completely.
Favorite film with a happy ending “Blind Span” is a great acting cast. And Paul’s contribution to the success of the film is very great. His character, behavior and appearance completely conveyed a picture of the physical and spiritual state of a deaf DJ. Thanks to his excellent play, the general public can see such a high-quality film and enjoy a movie with a wonderful plot.