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This Day Sid and Nancy Premiered in U.S. Theaters - November 7, 1986

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On this day, November 7, 1986, Sid and Nancy, the biographical drama about the chaotic relationship between Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious and his girlfriend Nancy Spungen, premiered in U.S. theaters. Starring Gary Oldman in a breakout role as Sid and Chloe Webb as Nancy, the film explores their turbulent lives against the backdrop of the punk rock scene. With a budget of $4 million, Sid and Nancy earned $2.8 million at the box office but went on to become a cult classic, praised for its raw portrayal of the punk era and Oldman’s powerful performance.

Who remembers Sid and Nancy? Did this film capture the intensity of the punk rock scene for you?
 
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