Andy McCoy—born Antti Hulkko—founder of Hanoi Rocks is one of Finland’s most iconic rock musicians. Raised between Stockholm and Helsinki, Andy's life has been shaped by cultural shifts, musical exploration, and a relentless pursuit of expression. From reggae and blues to punk and flamenco, his talent as a guitarist and composer defies genre.

But behind the flamboyant stage presence lies a story of contrasts: triumph shadowed by loss, creativity marred by chaos. This documentary captures the full spectrum of Andy’s journey—both the visionary artist who shaped a generation, and the turbulent soul behind the myth. A romantic rock’n’roll icon, Andy McCoy is, in every sense, The Real McCoy.

Pekka Lehto (b. 1948) is an acclaimed Finnish director, screenwriter, and producer known for his bold, genre-spanning work in both fiction and documentary film. He gained international recognition with Flame Top (1980), which was selected for Cannes, and The Well (1992), featured at Venice. Over his decades-long career, Lehto has explored political, cultural, and musical themes with distinctive visual style and depth—most notably in The Real McCoy (1998), a documentary portrait of rock icon Andy McCoy.