Public Image Ltd working on career-spanning documentary, seek archive footage from fans

John Lydon’s post-punk and experimental outfit Public Image Ltd are working on a new documentary, asking fans for help completing it.

The PiL film will piece together the band’s entire history, from their beginnings in 1972, right through to their split in 1992, plus post-reunion footage since reforming in 2009. Lydon and co are now seeking archive footage in the way of videos, photos and other items of interest.

The band recently shared the following message on Facebook:

“Calling all PiL fans! We are in the process of making a comprehensive, career-spanning documentary film about Public Image Ltd. and we would like your help!

We are looking for never before seen photographs as well as film and video footage of PiL and John Lydon from any time period. If you have ANYTHING that you think may be of interest please drop us a note. You will be credited in the end titles if we use your footage.

Do you have a snapshot at The Rainbow on Christmas 1978?

Do you have a photo souvenir of the infamous Ritz riot show? Do you have a picture with or without John showing your injuries after being hit by a flying object!

Did you shoot video of John signing your PiL records at the Monsters of Alternative rock Tour in 1989?

We know PiL fans are most creative people. Your ongoing support is greatly appreciated. We salute you lollypop mob.

If you can help please send us an email to: PiLarchive@gmail.com

Please forward or share this info…”

PiL released a comeback album entitled This Is PiL in 2012.

[via FACT]