Despite the fact that the real boom of the hippie movement was in the last century, it is not forgotten. New generations have appeared that share the views of the first representatives. Therefore, all new films about hippies are released, giving the opportunity to plunge into the atmosphere of freedom and love.
"Hair", 1979
They say that the paintings closest to reality were shot just in those years when hippies were at the peak of their popularity. As a rule, these films were created by those who, one way or another, belonged to this movement. When films about hippies are listed, the list necessarily includes the cult picture "Hair".
The film takes place in the 60s. A young man, Claude Bukowski, adhering to conservative views of the world, goes to New York. He wants to unwind and usefully spend several days allotted to him. But Claude’s plans are violated when he meets local hippies who have been begging for money from passers-by. These people, unlike anyone else, completely change Claude’s life and allow him to feel in a couple of days all that some stretch for years. He manages to fall in love and feel the pain of an unrequited feeling, dance for hours on end and meet many interesting people. And Bukowski is in a hurry to live, because soon he will be sent to fight in Vietnam, from where he may never return.
The Sixties, 1999
Hippie films are not only a story about that culture, but also a reflection of events that took place during its heyday. When viewing such paintings, you can get to know the history and mood of people much better than when reading any textbook. One of the most striking paintings showing that era was the drama "The Sixties."
The 60s were eventful. At this time, wars unfolded, hatred of other nations was escalated. And in contrast to all this was the love that the hippies preached. The Vietnam War against the Woodstock festival. Racial discrimination against pacifist students The country was changing before our eyes. And the new generation was strikingly different from their parents. The history of that decade is told by the example of two families living such a different life. However, their fates are destined more than once to cross.
Almost Famous, 2000
A hippie movie cannot do without music. The children of the Sun adored her. It was no accident that rock and roll flourished at that time, and many festivals arose. The film “Almost Famous” will tell about music.
In the center of the plot is a teenager William. He manages to combine his studies with part-time work in magazines. He sincerely loves rock music and wants to be closer to his idols. And once his secret desires come true: they trust the young man to go on tour with Stillwater and describe these days in his article. Having persuaded the family, William sets off. He meets popular musicians and groups that accompany them everywhere. William learns friendship, love, and disappointment. But will there be a life full of glory and fans, such as he imagined?
Rock Wave, 2009
The sixties were a decade of freedom. And it was felt in everything. People were drawn to her, sometimes risking everything. Movies about 60s hippies talk about this. And one of the most famous paintings about that era was “Rock Wave”.
Listening to your favorite music in Britain in the 60s was not easy. It was twisted only a few hours a week. And there were people who were ready not only to be indignant, but also to fight this. They created their own pirate radio station.
It is noteworthy that this iconic picture was based on real events.
“House of the Sun”, 2009
Hippie films were shot not only in the USA and Great Britain, but also in Russia. Although this culture did not reach American proportions in the USSR, it existed. About her is told in the movie "House of the Sun."
Sasha is the “right” student. Her life is completely planned out, and there is no place for stupidity in it. But once her plans were completely destroyed. This happened when she met the Sun, a mysterious hippie guy, different from all Sasha's acquaintances. The sun introduced the girl to his friends and showed her his world.
Despite the fact that the center of the story is a sunny, ageless boy, the story tells of growing up. And it happened against the backdrop of such special years. This is almost the only Russian hippie movie. The sun and Sasha became a reflection of the past, allowing you to look into it.
Hippie Hippie Shake, 2010
The movement, whose symbols became freedom and love, has affected many countries. Of course, the conservative United Kingdom did not stand aside. The film “Hippie Hippie Shake” tells about the 60s in this country. Despite an interesting story and high-quality picture, the drama is practically unknown to the public. However, it is worth watching, if only because the creators watched many documentaries about hippies, raised biographies and listened to the stories of young rebels when creating the plot.
Richard and Louise love each other. He is the editor of an Australian magazine. Once a young man decides to publish a London version of his brainchild. But then he is forced to pay for his idea, accusing him of obscenity. Freedom-loving hippies have to overcome many difficulties in order to deal with piled up problems. And all this happens against the background of the 60s, which took place in Britain no less loudly and colorful than in the United States.
Frank, 2013
Hippie films do not always talk about the second half of the last century. This movement is still alive, as evidenced by the appearance of new paintings on the screens. One of the representatives of the "new generation" was the film "Frank".
The main character of the picture is a young man who cannot find his place in life. John tried a lot, most of all his soul was disposed towards music. However, neither he nor his conservative parents believed that John would one day be able to earn more by speaking than by working in an office.
Life changes abruptly when a shocking rock band arrives in the town. Her lead singer, whose name is Frank, never takes his head off papier-mâché. Three other musicians are not particularly friendly. And the group manager has long struggled with deep depression. They all share a love of music, which is why the main character is sick.
Unusual people attract John. By chance, he finds themselves on the same stage with them, and then goes on tour. And this journey will change every participant.
“Captain Fantastic”, 2016
The hippie world has always painfully confronted the world in which the conservatives lived. And this phenomenon has not disappeared over the years. And now there is a place of rejection.
The protagonist of the picture alone brings up six children. They live far from civilization in the forest. Children do not attend school, but in terms of their development they are much ahead of their peers. These guys are independent, they can survive in the wild. They are real children of nature.
However, their world collapses in an instant when the news arrives that the mother committed suicide after a long depression. Having taken the children, the head of the family goes to the city to say goodbye to his ex-wife. And then the simple world of this family is faced with a reality for which they are not at all ready. Like her to them.
The best hippie films are rarely known to the general public. This is usually a festival movie. However, these bright, full of life and music pictures are worth watching. They infect with their atmosphere, making them love these strange and unlike any hippies.