Rock You Sinners

The Milkman delivers to the apartment block where disk-jockey Johnny Laurence receives a letter turning down his idea for a television series. North Gate on Prince Albert Road, St. John’s Wood NW8 identified by Steve Randall.

Taken from across the road by Denis Hoare who was prevented from achieving the correct angle because of a parked van, not an excuse Denis, a reason. The entrance into North Gate from the main Prince Albert Road now has gates preventing public access, and the large (ventilation ?) post on the right of the entrance has been removed. (RL)

Later at the studio, Johnny finishes his weekly radio show before being invited to a rock and roll gig by his friend Pete. Facing buildings at the corner of Aldwych and Kingsway in WC2, currently styled as One Kingsway, opposite Television House.

This 1920s structure houses mostly offices. SJ

That evening Pete (Colin Croft) and Jackie (Jackie Collins) wait outside the Empire Rooms. Identified by Louis Moruzzi, the Empire Rooms stood at 161 Tottenham Court Road W1.

The pavement lights survive intact. (PW)

Johnny Laurence (Philip Gilbert) arrives with his girlfriend Carol Carter (Adrienne Scott). University Street WC1 with the sign of the Quality Inn at the corner of Tottenham Court Road on the left.

Facing Paramount Court, hiding behind a hoarding. (PW)

The couple cross the road to join Pete and Jackie. University Street at the junction with Tottenham Court Road.

A different background at the corner. (PW)

Having enjoyed the previous night's entertainment, Carol arrives at the solicitors office where she works for McIver of Stannard, Morse & Co. Steve Randall locates this as 29 Russell Square WC1.

On the west side of the square. SJ

Johnny and Pete leave the DJ's flat, running through an idea for a rock and roll television show. Steve Randall found North Gate on Prince Albert Road in St. John’s Wood.

Tthe entrance to the right of the entrance shown in Capture 1. Both Denis and Reelstreets thank the building security for allowing him access to get this photo. Let us hope that security continues to be as hepful and supportive for this is a very popular location for films of the era. (RL)

The Chimes Music Shop at 65 Marylebone High Street W1 identified by Louis Moruzzi.

The shop today as taken by Denis, looking like it sells a variety of cactuses ? No such confusion back in 1957. (RL)

Johnny's Hillman Minx enters the street outside The Chimes. Facing north on Marylebone High Street with Beaumont Street to the right.

Denis found that the main change today is seemingly the installation of a zebra crossing and significant iron work. (RL)

The pals cross to the shop where they tell Jackie about the rock and roll show proposal. Marylebone High Street with the Garden of Rest, a memorial garden on the site of the demolished Marylebone Parish Church, to the right.

At least 'the pals' should be safer today with the new zebra crossing. Denis didn't test it however. (RL)

Arranging to meet at the Brazil Espresso bar, Johnny, Pete, Carol and Jackie listen to George Browne perform a Calypso song. The 'Brazil espresso' was at 12 Queensway, London W2 and I am pleased that Dave W found the use of Queensway as a location (Capture 15) to confirm this spot. Dave further confirms by pointing out that Queen's Court can be seen reflected in the windows of number 12. (RL)

No. 12 now with a similar reflection of Queen's Court. SJ

At Television House, Johnny outlines his plans for the programme to Paul Selway, Producer of Light Entertainment. Television House at the corner of Aldwych and Kingsway WC2, a former RAF building occupied by Associated-Rediffusion at the time of filming.

Now simply known as 61 Aldwych but it featured as St. Catherine's House, where it housed birth, marriage and death certificates in 'Secrets and Lies'. SJ

With Mr. Selway agreeing to come along to the show, Johnny visits Kruger Enterprises to engage upcoming rock and roll stars. The entrance to Gloucester Mansions on Cambridge Circus at the corner of West Street and Charing Road found by Louis Moruzzi.

The clock outlived the outfitters. (PW)

Leaving a cinema, Jackie and Carol agree to have a coffee before making their way home. The Cinerama Cinema on Old Compton Street at the corner of Greek Street in Soho W1.

Since 1978, the venue has been known by it's original name, the Prince Edward Theatre. (PW)

Jackie follows when Carol storms off after seeing Johnny sitting in a coffee bar with a Woman. Dave W identifies the scene as looking south on Queensway, London W2, nearly at the junction with Bayswater Road, despite the T-junction beyond the 'T' not being illuminated. (RL)

Somewhat of an approximation here. SJ

Arriving at the theatre where rehearsals are taking place, Carol has second thoughts before walking away.

After Jackie explains that the woman she saw Johnny with was singer Joan Small, Carol enters the theatre where the show is under way.

After a phone call from Mr. Selway, Johnny drives to the solicitors' office to tell Carol the news. Steve Randall located this as Russell Square with the entrance to the Senate House on the right identified by Steve Randall.

The corner has been rebuilt sympathetically. SJ

Johnny and Carol leave the office to celebrate. Steve Randall discovered 29 Russell Square in WC1, now home to The Wiener Holocaust Library.

More light has been let in to the under-stair basement, otherwise little change. SJ

The couple make their way to the Brazil Espresso bar where they join Pete, Jackie and George 'Calypso' Browne. The 'BRAZIL espresso' at 12 Queensway seen once again and the RC Church at 46 Queensway virtually at the left hand edge. (RL)

Looking up Queensway. SJ