Hunter S. Thompson, a journalist, attends the 1968 Democratic Convention in Chicago and is appalled by the violent suppression of protests, corrupt politicians, and abusive cops. He returns to Aspen, where he witnesses similar injustices, including police harassment and absurd charges against young people. Determined to change the status quo, Hunter builds a political movement, starting with a local sheriff's race that gains national attention. He proposes radical reforms, including disarming police, focusing on environmental crimes, and legalizing marijuana. However, his campaign attracts the attention of powerful forces, including J. Edgar Hoover and Nixon, who see him as a threat to their interests.
Freak Power: The Ballot or the Bomb
Inspired by Daniel J. Watkin's book, "Freak Power: Hunter S. Thompson's Campaign for Sheriff" recounts the true story of Aspen, 1970, when Hunter S. Thompson's unconventional bid for sheriff electrified the community.
