Keith Allen on becoming an actor and why he would legalise drugs
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- Keith Allen has been many things. The father of popstar Lily and Game of Thrones actor Alfie Allen, he was also a TV presenter, theatre actor, the man behind two hit football anthems (the Fat Les ditty “Vindaloo” and New Order’s “World in Motion”, both of which he co-wrote) and a handful of small roles in cult movies (Shallow Grave, Trainspotting, 24 Hour Party People).
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Growing up, he was a troublemaker; he’d spent time in Borstal, was thrown out of drama school, even sent to prison.
Now in his 70s, as he prepares to star in a new musical called Rehab, he looks back on the moments that have made up his rollercoaster life and career with Krishnan Guru-Murthy, on this week’s episode of Ways to Change the World.
Produced by Silvia Maresca.
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I remember Keith Allen from his appearances from the earliest days of channel 4, absolute live wire, radical and interesting. I then followed him through his various acting roles, great actor. We need more like him, he shows you can age right and not sink into an angry blinkered oblivion
he was great on Glastonbury channel 4 old live programs too.. 92 time 😀
Great interview with an interesting guy. People like Keith Allen, with a personality, with a history, with an opinion, with a story to tell, with talent, are sadly becoming a dying breed. 🙏❤️.x
In my view monitored dispensaries are a possible answer in the UK.
Cannabis, like any drug, has positives and negatives.
It should be viewed as a potential medicine for a range of issues.
The stoner lifestyle is ultimately degrading, I've seen friends derail into motionless blogs; thinking they were being "profound" and counter culture.
For me - it triggered OCD symptoms after the initial high and also increased anxiety at times.
I stopped using about 7 years ago, but was regularly using it most days as a "cope" ...
I think we have to be really careful when stating that drugs should be broadly legalised (and addicts treated).
This sends out the wrong signal imo and potentially opens the door to more users, more addicts and more problems to deal with down the line.
And cannabis is addictive - it took me months after quitting to get back to a place where I felt stable.
It is very difficult to know which is the better option and at one time I used to champion the legalisation of all substances.
This was my own bias though, as I basically wanted my own drug of choice legitimised.
Sobriety is best at the end of the day.
Appreciate the hard work and not take for granted attitude he suggests. But I’m sure there are ups and downs that roll with it.
Good man Keith. 9th June 1983 The Night Watchman (LIVE) Channel 4. Changed my life on that very day. Ta!
Iv got bpd and ptsd. Cannabis helps me cope better than the medication thats prescribed to me.
Get it prescribed then.
@@Mkbshg8 I've been looking into getting a prescription.
@@Mkbshg8 its more expensive. let people grow their own FFS.
Seen it first hand how affected somebody with parkinsons she couldn't hold a cup off tea even regularly burnt herself couldn't chop food open packets e.t.c...she had 3 puffs on a joint and within seconds completely stopped shaking holding a cup off tea normally happy smiling a completely different person from the equivalent off what would off been about 5 pence worth off weed
@@kanedNunable I don't make the rules FFS Just saying get a script
Very high energy and an incredible networker.
Yes, he worms his way in.
How comfy does that jumper look?
Yes Keith, Hemp is the solution we need! Here is ours in the UK, let’s talk?
24:08
I have a feeling Keith is the type who supports massive carbon taxes on farmers and replacing all the traditional animal pasture with Monsanto monocrops. I'm not a fan of plastic but what will the cost to the consumer be for hemp based packaging at a time when the pound in their pocket buys less and less every year?
❤the best,loved him in Robin Hood!
i know you probably loathed it keith but i loved the late night talk thing with a bunch of guest '' getting reaal''... wish they could do that again. (ps. angies brother)
I remember that program and really enjoyed watching it. Do remember what it was called?
@@bigbong620 brain just wont work, ...... think it was something forgettable like '' after dark'' or '' night talk''
@@TheMadmacs Thanks!👍
🎶Knit one pearl one drop one curl one ⚽️
Can I introduce you please
To a lump of cheddar cheese
Top.bloke,Could.listen.to.him.for,hours...interesting,and.honest.
Marijuana should have been legalized decades ago, and Governments have lost billions in taxes by not going green 😁👍
Really?? Read up! Colorado opiate deaths INCREASED after weed was legalized. It's a gateway drug, that's 10000000 percent FACTS
You could give them ten trillion extra in tax revenues, they would still find a way to blow it on completely pointless circus acts and embezzle the rest.
He's alright Keith 👍
Is Keith conflating lost memories of Borstal with scenes from the movie 'Scum?'😂
I love the film Scum. It’s a Great classic.
Decriminalise, don’t legalise. We don’t need the government and corporations making money out of addiction like they do with alcohol and cigarettes. Let’s learn.
weed isnt addictive. its habit forming but anything can be habit forming. let people grow their own
@@kanedNunable
Wise words from an idiot. I would suggest you go back to school and improve your English grammar.
Why do we elicit opinions on the legal status of drugs from people who know so little about the subject?
Because the majority of plebs think 'celebrities' opinions are more important than people with actual real world experience
Everywhere stinks of weed.
I still haven't forgiven him for his daughter's Pop Music career.
I disagree! The last two Lily Allen albums are pop masterpieces!
He spent about 3 minutes talking about drugs.
He's known for being an absolute caner. I wouldn't be surprised if he still sniffed cocaine.
He looks like one of the seven dwarves
which one,
though,
that's the question here??????
😢😢😢😢😢
Good of him to spare the time from pantomime rehearsals to enlighten us all with his sage opinions…
Hi ho…hi ho…
You didn't watch it then lol
Love to KEITH
Comedian ?
Governments lost trillions because never legalised drugs
Say no to drugs!
Nah, just say "Yo!" (yes please!) to drugs! ✌🏼😉👌🏼
Odd Fella.
More force of personality than intellect.
Public schoolboy - Kicked out or not.
Might work in Islington old boy!
Not here pal.
Marco Pierre White anyone 😹
Try Pepsi instead folks !
Hands up who cares about his opinions
...quite a lot more than yours, it would seem. Try to exist, old son.
Not me. Can't stand the guy.
@@LegendOfKat
Why do you care about his opinion?
Always found him quite an interesting fella tbh
@@GhastlyCretinSo why are you watching?
sell out
He ALWAYS was to be fair! 🤔 😁
Papa Lambchop
Horrible angry wee guy
Self consumed individual.