19 Biopics that tell us about a musician’s journey

Biopics of Great Musicians | Images via Various Sources
Biopics of Great Musicians | Images via Various Sources

16. Sid and Nancy (1986)

Sid and Nancy | Image via StudiocanalUK
Sid and Nancy | Image via StudiocanalUK

Under the direction of Alex Cox, this biographical film tells the story of Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious (Gary Oldman) alongside his love interest Nancy Spungen (Chloe Webb) while showing their intense relationship. It was released on November 7, 1986. The film, which is set against the backdrop of the late 1970s punk scene, depicts their drug-fueled, chaotic, and self-destructive relationship, which ultimately results in Nancy's premature death. The film presents a raw depiction of intense love along with social triumph while showing how everything crumbles through an unfiltered presentation.

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Edited by Sangeeta Mathew