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Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche
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Utopia

Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliche

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 Stars (35 Reviews)
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Edition Type: Standard Edition
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Poly Styrene was the first woman of colour in the UK to front a successful rock band, and a key influence on the riot grrrl and Afropunk movements. But Poly didn’t just leave behind a cultural footprint. She was survived by a daughter, Celeste, who became the steward of her mother’s legacy and demons, which plagued Poly’s life and scarred the pair’s relationship. With narration by Ruth Negga, this film follows Celeste’s journey to better understand Poly as an icon and mother.

Details

Director(s): Paul Sng, Celeste Bell

Starring: Ruth Negga, Kathleen Hanna, Vivienne Westwood, Thurston Moore, Jonathan Ross, Pauline Black, Neneh Cherry

Release Year: 2021

Runtime: 96 min

Aspect Ratio(s): 1.78:1

Language(s): ENG- English

Sound: DTS HD-MA 5.1

Subtitles: English SDH

Format: Blu-ray

Disc Info: Region A Blu-ray

Packaging Artist(s): Haunt Love

Genre: Documentary

SKU: UTO-011

Bonus Content
  • Q&A from SXSW 2021
  • Selected Scene Commentary with Directors Paul Sng and Celeste Bell
  • Booklet featuring an essay by Dana Reinoos and intros by directors Paul Sng and Celeste Bell
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Utopia is a film acquisitions, sales, and technology company with a ‘filmmaker first’ approach. Utopia focuses on creating new revenue and monetization opportunities, improving the direct-to-consumer experience, and helping filmmakers maintain a global presence. Vinegar Syndrome’s sister company, OCN Distribution, is thrilled to be representing Utopia's brand new line of home video releases!
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4.7
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35 reviews
  • KF
    Kevin F.
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    6 months ago
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    fascinating subject, decent film

    A real trailblazer!

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    RICHARD L.
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    8 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Poly Styrene: Legend

    Brilliant and moving documentary about just how incredible Poly Styrene really was. If you like punk, check this out

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    Erich H.
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    9 months ago
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Oh Bondage, watch this!

    Decent doc about a fairly interesting topic.

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    11 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Oh Bondage, Up Yours!

    I bought this sight unseen and I am so pleased that I did. This is a beautifully packaged release of a moving documentary. The extras are notable and complement the film experience quite well. In a world of polystyrene, who would've though we could use more Polly Styrene? Thank you for a great release!

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    11 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Love X-Ray Spex!

    One of the best rock docs I've seen in years! Love this release!

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