Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist

The documentary film ‘Westwood: Punk. Icon. Activist.’ tells the story of a fighter who, despite all her defeats, remains true to her beliefs and ideals and continues to make history as the grande dame of punk. Self-proclaimed daydreamer Vivienne Westwood came from a modest family background and arrived in London at the age of 17, right in the middle of the Swinging Sixties. Her life changed abruptly when she met Sex Pistols manager and impresario Malcolm McLaren and their joint shop on Kings Road revolutionized pop culture. Westwood's career is marked by successes, conflicts, and uncertainties. This documentary by Lorna Tucker highlights key moments in her past that made her who she is today. An intimate and inspiring portrait of a truly British icon.