I was a WHO fan before they even did Quadrophenia. The album nearly became anthemic for me in my twenties. Went through a lot of depression in those days so it fit me to a T.
Just saw the movie for the first time about a month ago. Glad I didn't see it back in the day as it would have spoiled the images in my mind that the music created for me. I may have been a mess in my youth but that kid was pathetic.
The Who is on tour featuring Quadrophenia. I'm seeing them in November!