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Mondo Hollywood

A cinematic exploration of the vibrant social, political, and cultural landscape of 1960s Los Angeles, with a focus on the iconic Hollywood scene.

The film "Mondo Hollywood" captures the counterculture of 1965-67, showcasing a moment of hope and freedom for those living on the fringe of society. It features an innovative narrative approach, where each main character decides what to be filmed doing and narrates their own scenes. The film introduces Gypsy Boots, a pioneering hippie and vegan, and stripper Jennie Lee, as they work out in a unique style beneath the Hollywood sign. The documentary also explores the sustainable lifestyle of Lewis Beach Marvin III, the heir to the S&H Green Stamp fortune, who lived modestly in a garage apartment while owning a luxurious retreat in Malibu.

Info about Mondo Hollywood

Studio(s): Omega-Cyrano Productions, Emerson Film Enterprises

Originally Released: United States, Jun 30, 1967

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary