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Release Year1986
Runtime1h 17m
LanguageEN
CertificationNR
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TypeFeature Film
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Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Way They Were: Punk and the New Wave 1976-1978
About The Way They Were: Punk and the New Wave 1976-1978
A compilation of performances by bands taken from his previous TV shows in the late 70's, such as "So It Goes", hosted by Tony Wilson. Featuring: Sex Pistols, Elvis Costello, Buzzcocks, John Cooper Clarke, Iggy Pop, Wreckless Eric, Ian Dury, Penetration, Blondie, Fall, Jam, Jordan, Devo, Tom Robinson Band, Johnny Thunder, Elvis Costello, XTC, Jonathan Richman, Nick Lowe, Siouxie & the Banshees, Cherry Vanilla & Magazine.
Directed by —, The Way They Were: Punk and the New Wave 1976-1978 leans on a strong ensemble — Tony Wilson, Iggy Pop, Debbie Harry — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 1986.
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