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The speaker is pointing out a contradiction: punk resists being turned into polished, mainstream cinema, yet someone still tried to make a film about it. The quote suggests that documenting punk in a feature film may go against the spirit of the movement itself.
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Originally said in English.
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About Toyah Willcox
English singer-songwriter, actress, and television presenter
Toyah Willcox is an English singer-songwriter, actress, and television presenter. Over a career spanning more than five decades, she has built a wide-ranging presence in music, stage, film, and television. She has had eight top 40 singles, released more than 20 albums, written two books, appeared in more than 40 stage plays and 10 feature films, and voiced and presented numerous television shows. Her work reflects a career that moves across performance forms, from recording and live music to acting and presenting.
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