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Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle, The (1980)
Origina British Quad (30 X 40 Inches)
Depending on who you believe Julien Temple’s true/untrue story of the rise & fall of the greatest punk band ever; The Sex Pistols in “The Great Rock ‘n’ Roll Swindle”. This original 1980 country of origin (UK) quad featuring M Hirsch artwork is as compelling as the film, almost 3D in design…you are drawn to the bold lettering, the black & white photography and lurking in the background the heavily stylised character artwork. Originally folded (as issued) this displays to excellent effect being totally original. A rare find in this condition and with ‘Punk Rock’and Sex Pistols memorabilia achieving record prices a truly worthwhile purchase. Trivia: John Lydon (aka Johnny Rotten) had left the group shortly before filming started. He had had his fill of the band and Malcolm McLaren, and wanted no part in the film. Therefore, he only appears in archival clips of Sex Pistols on stage. By the time the film had premiered, Lydon was already touring under his real name with his new band, Public Image Ltd.
Filmmaker Julien Temple chronicles the Sex Pistols' tumultuous rise to fame, as told by their manager, Malcolm McLaren.
This is an Original Film Poster produced by the studio to be displayed in the movie theatres to promote the film when it was first released in the UK.
Year: 1980
Nationality: United Kingdom
Condition: Folded-as-Issued
Type: Original British Quad
Size: 30 X 40 Inches
Product Code: W5255
- Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 40 in (101.6 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:1980
- Condition:This is not a reprint or a reproduction.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10260245105372
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