Film - The Decline of Western Civilisation

Before directing 90s classic Wayne’s World, filmmaker Penelope Spheeris had already made an epoch defining documentary with The Decline of Western Civilization. Filmed from 1979-1980, it looks at some of the earliest and most enduringly influential LA punk and hardcore groups, including Black Flag, The Germs and X, featuring truly wild live performances. It screens prior to an evening with original Sex Pistols bass player Glen Matlock at the Brudenell Social Club, making for a brilliant celebration of punk music from both sides of the Atlantic.