Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008)

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Fueled by a raging libido, Wild Turkey, and superhuman doses of drugs, Thompson was a true "free lance, " goring sacred cows with impunity, hilarity, and a steel-eyed conviction for writing wrongs. Focusing on the good doctor's heyday, 1965 to 1975, the film includes clips of never-before-seen (nor heard) home movies, audiotapes, and passages from unpublished manuscripts.

Director: Alex Gibney
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 120 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: David Schwartz
Cinematography: Maryse Alberti
Editing: Alison Ellwood
Production: BBC Storyville, Diverse Productions, HDNet Films, Jigsaw Productions, Phantom Films, Consolidated Documentaries
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

biography, celebrity, wealth, election, anger

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson about?
Fueled by a raging libido, Wild Turkey, and superhuman doses of drugs, Thompson was a true "free lance, " goring sacred cows with impunity, hilarity, and a steel-eyed conviction for writing wrongs. Focusing on the good doctor's heyday, 1965 to 1975, the film includes clips of never-before-seen (nor heard) home movies, audiotapes, and passages from unpublished manuscripts.
Who directed Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson?
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson was directed by Alex Gibney.
Who stars in Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson?
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson stars Hunter S. Thompson, Johnny Depp, Sonny Barger, Muhammad Ali, Warren Beatty, George W. Bush.
How long is Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson?
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
What genre is Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson?
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson is a Documentary film.
Where was Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson produced?
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson was produced in United States of America.