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Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliché 2022

A pioneering figure in 1970s British punk, Poly Styrene challenged conventions with her unique sound and fearless lyrics. As the frontwoman of X-Ray Spex, she addressed themes of identity, consumerism, and societal change. The film explores the complexities of her legacy, revealing struggles with misogyny, racism, and mental health. Her daughter, Celeste, undertakes a moving search to understand her mother’s impact and reconcile her difficult past.

A pioneering figure in 1970s British punk, Poly Styrene challenged conventions with her unique sound and fearless lyrics. As the frontwoman of X-Ray Spex, she addressed themes of identity, consumerism, and societal change. The film explores the complexities of her legacy, revealing struggles with misogyny, racism, and mental health. Her daughter, Celeste, undertakes a moving search to understand her mother’s impact and reconcile her difficult past.

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Poly Styrene: I Am a Cliché does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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82

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98%

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89%

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IMDb

7.1 /10

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67

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Letterboxd

3.5

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