Sid (Skins series 1)
episode of Skins (S1 E5)
"Sid" is the fifth episode of the first series of the British teen drama Skins. It was written by Jamie Brittain and directed by Minkie Spiro. It aired on E4 on 22 February 2007. It is told from the point of view of main character Sid Jenkins.
Plot synopsis
Sid and his parents, Liz and Mark, discuss his failing grade in A-Level history with his teacher, Tom, who grants Sid a 48-hour extension to rewrite his paper. Frustrated with Sid's lack of motivation, Mark grounds him to work on the paper. Despite being told to return home directly after school, Sid instead goes to College Green with Maxxie and Anwar. Sid tells Cassie that he is unable to go on their date because he is grounded, and Cassie replies that she may visit his house.
Meanwhile, Tony invites Michelle and Sid to his concert with the City Chamber Choir that evening. Hoping to see Michelle, Sid sneaks out of the house to attend the concert.
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