Poly Styrene's Legacy: A Daughter's Journey and the Making of 'I Am A Cliche'
It was interesting because I've never seen a lot of the footage, especially the interviews, and I thought it was really interesting the way the male interviewers talk to her.
Imagine discovering your mother's hidden past through old diaries and unseen footage. That's exactly what Celeste Bell did in 'Poly Styrene: I Am A Cliche'. In this episode of 'Radio Rehab with Dayna Keyes', Dayna chats with Celeste about her mother, the punk rock legend Poly Styrene. The documentary, which premiered at SXSW, is a heartfelt exploration of Poly's life, blending personal anecdotes with broader cultural insights.
Celeste opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of making the film, from sifting through her mother's archives to filming across three continents. They also touch on heavier themes like mental illness and addiction, topics both Celeste and Dayna are all too familiar with. The conversation gets real as they discuss the male gaze in the music industry and how it affected Poly's career.
But it's not all heavy; there are moments of lightness and humor that make this episode a well-rounded listen. Whether you're a fan of punk music, interested in documentary filmmaking, or just love a good mother-daughter story, this episode has something for you.