Punk: The Early Years

Synopsis

Shot in 1977-78, documents the origins of punk rock from its beginnings on London’s pub rock circuit to UK chart domination. Looks at the anti-fashion statements of Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm MacLaren, and the media attention given the various groups, particularly the Sex Pistols. Includes music from the Sex Pistols, X Ray Spex, Generation X, The Adverts, Eddie and the Hot Rods,The Slits, and interviews with members of bands, record company bosses, club owners and fans.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 60 min.

Year of production

1977

Availability

Sale; 1997 sale: £12.99 (inclusive)

Subjects

Music; Sociology

Keywords

popular culture; popular music

Credits

Cast

Billy Idol
Eddie and the Hot Rods
Generation X
Marc Bolan
Polly Styrene
Siouxsie Sioux
The Adverts
The Hot Rods
The Sex Pistols
The Slits
X Ray Spex

Distributor

 

Available from retail outlets

Name

Visionary

Email

sales@outlaw23.com

Web

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Address

c/o: Screen Edge