Commune
$22,000 was raised by former residents of Black Bear Ranch through appeals to rock musicians, claiming they profited from the community's lifestyle.
“Peace and love are only half the story.”
Synopsis
$22,000 was raised by former residents of Black Bear Ranch through appeals to rock musicians, claiming they profited from the community's lifestyle.
Synopsis
Elsa and Richard Marley founded Black Bear Ranch in 1968, an intentional community in Siskiyou County, California, with the motto "Free Land for Free People." Directed by Jonathan Berman, the film features narration by Peter Coyote, a former resident. It presents archival footage and interviews with past inhabitants, detailing the community's aspirations and struggles. Challenges included FBI harassment and issues of leadership. The documentary captures the evolution of Black Bear as its members sought a new way of life during a turbulent period in American history.
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Who directed the documentary Commune?
Commune was directed by Jonathan Berman.
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Commune has a score of 95% fresh at Rotten Tomatoes.
What was the initial land purchase cost for Black Bear Ranch?
The initial land purchase for Black Bear Ranch was $22,000.
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