I don't know if it's called a "Spoiler" when the facts are known to the general public, I mean I hope I don't ruin it if I tell you the Titanic never made it to the U.S., regardless, I don't want to spoil what really is the purpose of this movie. So you are advised.
Based on facts well known by Pistols fans and music buffs, 'Sid & Nancy' recreates the building romantic tension between these two lovers that eventually erupted in murder.
Plot: A frighteningly realistic portrayal of the 'Romeo & Juliet' love affair between the Sex Pistols' Bassist/Gimmick, Sid Vicious, and Nancy Spungen which ended tragically in late '78. Then Gary Oldman happens.
The night in question is slightly obscure since the only people who really knew what happened are dead. However, I found the films version of it the most appealing, sincere, and more than likely exact. Many people think Sid violently assaulted Nancy, others still believe in conspiracies that he didn't even do it. But in the film we are given every ounce of their demented junkie/punk rock lifestyle, unveiling the true horrors behind Sex, Drugs and Rock n' Roll. David Hayman as Malcolm McLaren was perfect, though Andrew Schofield plays a horrible Johnny Rotten (with the exception of the singing). The true kudos go to Gary Oldman though. Probably one of the most challenging roles to play, he executes Sid's immaturity and obnoxious behavior honorably. The majority of the film is accurate though it tends to drag when they move to New York. Then again this movie is about the couple, not the Sex Pistols (check out 'The Great Rock & Roll Swindle if you want a movie on them).
Bottom Line: A must for die-hard Sex Pistols fans, psychotic lovers and punk rockers in general. For the rest of the public I would advise discretion, it might seem offensive and crude, but then again this is Sid Vicious we're talking about and the only woman insane enough to get to his heart.
Based on facts well known by Pistols fans and music buffs, 'Sid & Nancy' recreates the building romantic tension between these two lovers that eventually erupted in murder.
Plot: A frighteningly realistic portrayal of the 'Romeo & Juliet' love affair between the Sex Pistols' Bassist/Gimmick, Sid Vicious, and Nancy Spungen which ended tragically in late '78. Then Gary Oldman happens.
The night in question is slightly obscure since the only people who really knew what happened are dead. However, I found the films version of it the most appealing, sincere, and more than likely exact. Many people think Sid violently assaulted Nancy, others still believe in conspiracies that he didn't even do it. But in the film we are given every ounce of their demented junkie/punk rock lifestyle, unveiling the true horrors behind Sex, Drugs and Rock n' Roll. David Hayman as Malcolm McLaren was perfect, though Andrew Schofield plays a horrible Johnny Rotten (with the exception of the singing). The true kudos go to Gary Oldman though. Probably one of the most challenging roles to play, he executes Sid's immaturity and obnoxious behavior honorably. The majority of the film is accurate though it tends to drag when they move to New York. Then again this movie is about the couple, not the Sex Pistols (check out 'The Great Rock & Roll Swindle if you want a movie on them).
Bottom Line: A must for die-hard Sex Pistols fans, psychotic lovers and punk rockers in general. For the rest of the public I would advise discretion, it might seem offensive and crude, but then again this is Sid Vicious we're talking about and the only woman insane enough to get to his heart.