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The story of PiL, the groundbreaking band form by John Lydon after the collapse of The Sex Pistols in 1978.
Sep 14, 2018 | Theatrical Limited (1 locations)
Other Key Dates
Apr 21, 2017 (Tribeca Film Festival (USA))
Jun 10, 2017 (Sydney Film Festival (Australia))
Aug 10, 2017 (Melbourne International Film Festival (Australia))
Sep 30, 2017 (Raindance Film Festival (UK))
Oct 29, 2017 (Vienna International Film Festival (Austria))
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Aspect Ratio: 1.78 : 1
Country of Origin: United States
After the breakup of the Sex Pistols, John Lydon / John Rotten formed Public Image Ltd (PiL) his groundbreaking band with which he has pursued creative freedom ever since. He kept the band alive ever since, through personnel and stylistic changes, fighting to constantly reinvent new ways of approaching music, while adhering to radical ideals of artistic integrity. John Lydon has not only redefined music, but also the true meaning of originality. Former and current band mates, as well as fellow icons like Flea, Ad-Rock and Thurston Moore, add testimony to electrifying archival footage “including stills and audio from the infamous Ritz Show”. With his trademark acerbic wit and unpredictable candor, Lydon offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of music’s most influential and controversial careers. Johnny Rotten forever changed music and culture in general. But once wasn’t enough. After the breakup of the Sex Pistols, John formed Public Image Ltd. (PiL), where he and the band continue to make exceptional records and tour the world. Through personnel and stylistic changes as well as adhering to radical ideals of artistic integrity, John has not only redefined music but the true meaning of originality.