Northern Soul

Audience emotional responses for 'Northern Soul' are primarily shaped by its blend of vibrant music culture and gritty dramatic elements. A significant portion of emotions revolves around Sadness, Empathy, and Melancholy, reflecting the characters' difficult journey, the testing of their friendship, and the harsh realities of drug abuse and violence they confront. Simultaneously, the film evokes strong feelings of Inspiration, Joy, Excitement, Nostalgia, Happiness, Hope, and Awe, driven by the discovery of the electrifying Northern Soul music scene, the pursuit of dreams, and the authentic portrayal of 1970s youth culture. Anxiety, Anger, and Disturbing elements arise from the conflicts, rivalry, and the darker aspects of the subculture, creating a complex emotional landscape that balances the uplifting power of music with the challenging realities of life.