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Set in Yorkshire, 1992, this socially conscious British comedy-drama centers on a small coal town and the famed brass band that is its pride and joy. The trouble begins when the Conservative government threatens to close the town's coal pit. Much of the central debate centers on whether or not the town band should continue playing if the pit does shut down. The timing couldn't be worse as the musicians are busily preparing to compete in the regional semi-finals band contest. Adding to the stress is the mysterious return of Gloria, a local fluglehorn player who left many years before. Her sudden reappearance is particularly troubling to her ex-beau and fellow band mate Andy.