Taboo 1 (1980) is a British television drama written by Trevor Preston and directed by Douglas Camfield, first broadcast in 1980. The six-part serial follows post-war London gangland and the moral compromises of its characters; it blends crime thriller elements with social realism and strong character study.
IMDb Rating: Approximately 5.4/10 (based on historical user ratings) Plot Summary Taboo 1 1980 Imdb
"Taboo" is a British drama film directed by Christopher Hobbs, starring Ray Murray, Hugh Keays-Byrne, and Tab Hunter. The movie explores themes of desire, identity, and societal norms. Taboo 1 (1980) — Overview & chronicle Taboo
featured a cohesive script by Helene Terrie, filled with genuine drama and even sharp, funny dialogue from fan-favorite characters like Gina (played by Juliet Anderson). The Legacy: Optional toggle: “Show content notes before each scene
Ultimately, the story takes a controversial turn as Barbara develops an intense, mutual attraction to her adult son, Paul (Mike Ranger). Critics often highlight that the film focuses more on Barbara’s journey toward sexual liberation and self-discovery than typical exploitation films of the era. Production Trivia and Fun Facts
Taboo 1 was released just before the AIDS crisis fundamentally changed the adult industry. It represents the "last hurrah" of unfiltered, no-condom, story-driven films shot on celluloid.
Taboo 1 (1980) is a British television drama written by Trevor Preston and directed by Douglas Camfield, first broadcast in 1980. The six-part serial follows post-war London gangland and the moral compromises of its characters; it blends crime thriller elements with social realism and strong character study.
IMDb Rating: Approximately 5.4/10 (based on historical user ratings) Plot Summary
"Taboo" is a British drama film directed by Christopher Hobbs, starring Ray Murray, Hugh Keays-Byrne, and Tab Hunter. The movie explores themes of desire, identity, and societal norms.
featured a cohesive script by Helene Terrie, filled with genuine drama and even sharp, funny dialogue from fan-favorite characters like Gina (played by Juliet Anderson). The Legacy:
Ultimately, the story takes a controversial turn as Barbara develops an intense, mutual attraction to her adult son, Paul (Mike Ranger). Critics often highlight that the film focuses more on Barbara’s journey toward sexual liberation and self-discovery than typical exploitation films of the era. Production Trivia and Fun Facts
Taboo 1 was released just before the AIDS crisis fundamentally changed the adult industry. It represents the "last hurrah" of unfiltered, no-condom, story-driven films shot on celluloid.