Brassic

About Brassic

'Brassic', a British comedy-drama television series, was released in 2019. The series, co-created by Joe Gilgun and Danny Brocklehurst, is set in the fictional town of Hawley. The title is a play on the term "boracic lint", Cockney rhyming slang for "skint". The series centers around Vinnie, a Lancastrian lad with bipolar disorder, and his band of friends as they partake in various schemes and stunts to escape the mundane life.

Making / Production

Brassic was created by Joe Gilgun and Danny Brocklehurst. The series is produced by Calamity Films. Originally airing on Sky One in the UK, the third season was confirmed, even before the second season was released due to its immense success and rave reviews.

Actors

• Joe Gilgun as 'Vinnie', portrays a charismatic rogue with bipolar disorder exceptionally well. He is the heart and soul of the series, adding depth to his character layer by layer with each episode.
• Michelle Keegan plays 'Erin', a single mother who dreams of a better life. Her portrayal is a perfect amalgamation of strength and vulnerability. Her performance has fetched her a lot of praise.
• Damien Molony as 'Dylan', Vinnie's best friend who is also in a relationship with Erin. His conflict between love and friendship is portrayed subtly and convincingly.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The title 'Brassic' is a slang term that stems from the phrase 'boracic lint', implying a lack of money.
• The series is semi-autobiographical, drawing on Joe Gilgun's own experiences growing up in Lancashire.
• Despite the comedy genre, the series does not shy away from addressing serious issues, such as mental health problems.

Quotes

• "This is not a tickling competition. These people will be playing dirty!"
• "Look, for what it's worth, I don't think you're a psychopath. You're way too chubby to be a psychopath."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Glass in the Park" by Alex Turner - This song sets the tone for the series with haunting acoustics.
• "Cross My Heart" by Martika - This power ballad finds a special place in the list of songs for Brassic.

Awards

As of date, Brassic has not won any awards. However, its unique blend of humour and emotion, coupled with stellar performances, make it a strong contender for future honours.