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Chamleons - - Live at Camden Palace / Arsenal
Chamleons - - Live at Camden Palace / Arsenal
Actors: n/a, Chamleons
Genres: Indie & Art House, Drama, Music Video & Concerts, Military & War
NR     2004     1hr 0min

The Chameleons were one of the most intense and charismatic bands to emerge from the burgeoning Manchester scene of the early 1980?s. The DVD contains two shows featuring the band at their live best. "Live At The Camden ...  more »

     
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Actors: n/a, Chamleons
Genres: Indie & Art House, Drama, Music Video & Concerts, Military & War
Sub-Genres: Indie & Art House, Drama, Pop, Rock & Roll, Military & War
Studio: Cherry Red
Format: DVD - Color
DVD Release Date: 03/09/2004
Original Release Date: 11/09/1929
Theatrical Release Date: 11/09/1929
Release Year: 2004
Run Time: 1hr 0min
Screens: Color
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaDVD Credits: 1
Total Copies: 0
Members Wishing: 2
MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Languages: Russian, Ukrainian
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