Richard Jobson

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Scottish musician and filmmaker, former lead singer of The Skids, director of 16 Years Of Alcohol.

Richard Jobson is a Scottish singer and film director, formerly the lead singer of punk/new wave band The Skids. He directed the film 16 Years Of Alcohol, which stars Kevin McKidd and deals with themes of alcoholism, violence and memory.

The single review praises Richard Jobson's 16 Years Of Alcohol for its raw imagery and the contrast between violent sight and melancholic narration. The reviewer finds the film interesting but ultimately unsatisfying, awarding it 3/5. Kevin McKidd's performance is singled out positively.