Dennis Hopper unfiltered: a raw look at the man behind 'The Last Movie'.
THE AMERICAN DREAMER
A documentary about actor/director Dennis Hopper, showing him at his home and studio putting together his film "The Last Movie."
Quick Answer
The American Dreamer is a 1971 American documentary film directed by Lawrence Schiller and L.M. Kit Carson about Dennis Hopper at his home and studio as he assembles his film 'The Last Movie'.
Programmer's Pick
Dennis Hopper in his natural habitat: philosophy, nudity, and a whole lot of counterculture energy. If you’ve ever wondered how a film legend stitches together his vision (with a bathtub or a rifle in reach), this is your backstage pass.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Details & Specs
- Directors
- Lawrence Schiller, L.M. Kit Carson
- Writers
- Dennis Hopper, Lawrence Schiller, L.M. Kit Carson
- Release
- 1971
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Country
- United States of America
- Language
- English
- Genres
- Documentary
Why This Matters
This documentary offers a candid portrait of Dennis Hopper during the post-production of The Last Movie and is notable for its unconventional release history, having been thought lost for decades before its rediscovery and remastering for home media in 2016.
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Why Cult
See Dennis Hopper as himself, candid and uncensored, navigating the creative chaos of filmmaking.
Gain rare access to the process of assembling a film, from editing to on-set moments, all from Hopper’s personal perspective.
Experience the hippie ethos and independent film energy that colored early 1970s America.
The film unfolds in Hopper’s home and studio, capturing the distinct atmosphere of New Mexico in the era.
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Questions from the Vault
When was The American Dreamer released? +
The American Dreamer was released in 1971.
Who directed The American Dreamer? +
The American Dreamer was directed by Lawrence Schiller and L.M. Kit Carson.
How long is The American Dreamer? +
The American Dreamer has a runtime of 90 minutes.
What genre is The American Dreamer? +
The American Dreamer is a documentary.
Where can I watch The American Dreamer? +
The American Dreamer is available to stream on SassyFlix.
