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The Filth and The Fury (2000)

The Filth and The Fury
“I’m Paul Cook - the one you’ve never heard of . . . ?”

Starring:

The Sex Pistols

Released By:

Fine Line Features

Released In:

2000

Rated:

R

Reviewed By:

Adam Mast

Grade:

B+

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Film-maker Julien Temple returns with this enlightening documentary on the punk band The Sex Pistols. The film gives us a glimpse into
their turbulent, successful and all-too-brief career.

First of all, this is probably not a film that will appeal to you unless you're a fan of Johnny, Syd and the lads (which I am). Temple loads the film with lots of live footage, humorous moments and interview segments with surviving band members (hilariously, the band is obscured within sillouette darkness as if they want their identities concealed).

Most surprising, is the human aspect of the film,
particularly that of front man Johnny Rotten who actually shows that he does have a heart, especially when talking about the death of bandmate Sid Vicious. It's the quieter moments that I admired in this rocumentary, and although
there are very few, the movie is still a must for fans, particularly if you want to see these legendary rockers giving it their all in their very prime.

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