# Madness - Princes of Ska, Kings of Pop (2025)

> A lively portrait of Madness traces the band’s journey from Camden ska outsiders to influential British pop figures.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7462563

## Facts

- Runtime: 53 min
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Director: Christophe Conte
- Cast: Chris Foreman, Lynval Golding, Rhoda Dakar, Clive Langer, Mark Bedford, Suggs
- TMDB rating: 8.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37436462/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: energetic, celebratory, nostalgic, music discovery, nostalgic viewing

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