Can the radical ideals of 1960s counterculture survive reality?
In short: This BBC documentary tracks the evolution of iconic figures from the hippie movement. It examines whether the core values of peace and love can endure beyond their initial revolutionary spark.
First aired in 1978, Peter France's film investigates the lives of prominent counterculture figures a decade after their peak. The narrative follows diverse personalities including Yippie leader Jerry Rubin, 'Social Deviant' Mick Farren, and folk singer Vashti Bunyan.
The documentary explores the tension between idealistic spiritual goals—shared by many religions—and the practicalities of living in the real world. It features figures like Dr. Timothy Leary and founder Lynn Darnton to question if a movement based on 'peace and love' can maintain its integrity over time.
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