How the Sex-Drugs-and-Rock 'n' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood

A New Generation Takes Over

In the late 1960s, a new generation of filmmakers emerged in Hollywood, bringing with them a fresh perspective and a willingness to push boundaries. These filmmakers, many of whom had come of age during the counterculture of the 1960s, were influenced by the music, drugs, and sexual liberation of the era. They were also inspired by the French New Wave and other international film movements that were challenging the conventions of traditional Hollywood filmmaking.

The New Hollywood

The films of the New Hollywood were characterized by their realism, their social commentary, and their willingness to explore taboo subjects. These films often featured explicit sex, drug use, and violence, and they often dealt with controversial topics such as race, gender, and politics. The New Hollywood also saw the rise of the independent film movement, which allowed filmmakers to make films outside of the studio system and to experiment with new forms of storytelling.

The Impact of the New Hollywood

The New Hollywood had a profound impact on American cinema. It helped to break down the old studio system and to open up Hollywood to new voices and new ideas. The films of the New Hollywood also helped to change the way that Americans thought about film, and they paved the way for the more diverse and independent cinema of today.

The Films of the New Hollywood

Some of the most iconic films of the New Hollywood include:

• Easy Rider (1969)
• The Godfather (1972)
• The Last Picture Show (1971)
• Taxi Driver (1976)
• Raging Bull (1980)
• Apocalypse Now (1979)
• The Deer Hunter (1978)
• Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)
• Terms of Endearment (1983)
• The Color Purple (1985)

These films are just a few examples of the many great films that were produced during the New Hollywood era. These films are still relevant today, and they continue to be enjoyed by audiences around the world.

Why You Should Read How the Sex-Drugs-and-Rock 'n' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood

How the Sex-Drugs-and-Rock 'n' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood is a fascinating and entertaining account of one of the most important eras in American cinema. Peter Biskind's book is full of behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the lives and careers of the filmmakers who made the New Hollywood possible. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in film history or in the culture of the 1960s and 1970s.

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