"Billy Idol rode the tide of punk to new wave in the late 70s and early 80s, and then gambled on a move to the US; there he found fledgling 24-hour music video channel MTV, avid for content and always turned on by a self-destructive bad boy, which made him a big name."
"He abused drugs with religious devotion and intensity, which caused a near-fatal overdose in 1984 and then a second almost-as-bad episode in the late 80s in which he collapsed in a lift in a Bangkok hotel to the horror of Mel Gibson and family who were trying to get into it."
"It's a very enjoyable nostalgiafest. Billy Idol Should Be Dead is on Sky Arts on 26 March."
The documentary on Billy Idol presents a blend of humor and sympathy, reflecting on his journey from punk to new wave in the late 70s and 80s. Idol's rise to fame was aided by MTV's appetite for edgy content. The film draws comparisons between Idol and Elvis Presley, highlighting his unique persona. At 70, Idol reflects on his tumultuous past, including drug abuse and near-fatal incidents. Despite challenges, the film serves as an enjoyable nostalgia fest celebrating his legacy in rock music.
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