Here's a breakdown:
Music in Film and Television:
* "Lola" from the album "Lola Versus Powerman and the Moneygoround, Part One" is one of their most frequently used songs, appearing in films like "Goodfellas" (1990), "American Psycho" (2000), "The Big Lebowski" (1998), and television series "The Sopranos".
* "You Really Got Me" is another highly popular song for licensing, featured in films like "The Wild One" (1953), "Wayne's World" (1992), "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery" (1997), and many more.
* "Waterloo Sunset" was used prominently in "Trainspotting" (1996) and has also been featured in several British television shows.
* Other Kinks songs appear in films like "The Cable Guy", "The Devil's Advocate", "American History X", "Reservoir Dogs", "Blow", and many more. They also have a notable presence in television series like "Mad Men", "Breaking Bad", and "The Shield".
Concert Films and Documentaries:
* "The Kinks are the Village Green Preservation Society" (1968) - A concert film featuring the band performing songs from their acclaimed album.
* "The Kinks: The Official Story" (1992) - A documentary film that traces the band's career from their early days to their later years.
* "Kinks - The Road to Wembley" (2004) - A documentary film celebrating the band's 40th anniversary.
* "Kinks: One for the Road" (2007) - A concert film showcasing their final concert performance.
In Conclusion:
The Kinks have become a significant part of popular culture through their music being used in many films and television shows. While they have starred in some concert films and documentaries, they haven't ventured into acting or creating films or television shows themselves. Their music continues to be popular and relevant, solidifying their place in music history.