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Small French, Easy Rider
, released in 1969, is an American independent road drama directed by Dennis Hopper and starring Peter Fonda, Hopper, and Jack Nicholson. It is considered a significant counterculture film that explores the societal issues and tensions of the United States in the late 1960s.
Plot Summary
The film follows two hippies, Wyatt (Peter Fonda) and Billy (Dennis Hopper), on a cross-country motorcycle trip after a drug deal. Their journey, a search for freedom, leads them to face prejudice in various towns. They are joined for part of the trip by George Hanson (Jack Nicholson), a liberal lawyer. Key themes include alienation, individualism, and the conflict between countercultural ideals and mainstream society.
The movie's success contributed to the "New Hollywood" era. It received Academy Award nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor for Jack Nicholson. The film is also known for its rock soundtrack featuring artists like Steppenwolf and The Byrds. |
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