Commune (2005)

04/07/2005 (US) • Documentary • 1h 18m

Peace and love are only half the story.

Overview

In 1968, Elsa and Richard Marley founded an alternative-living community, named Black Bear, in the remote Northern California wilderness with the motto "Free Land for Free People." This film tells the story of that intended utopia. Through archival footage and interviews with former residents, director Jonathan Berman explores the problems and realities of communal living and the evolution of a community that endured FBI harassment, cult leadership and more.

Commune (2005)

04/07/2005 (US) • 1h 18m

Documentary

Peace and love are only half the story.

Overview

In 1968, Elsa and Richard Marley founded an alternative-living community, named Black Bear, in the remote Northern California wilderness with the motto "Free Land for Free People." This film tells the story of that intended utopia. Through archival footage and interviews with former residents, director Jonathan Berman explores the problems and realities of communal living and the evolution of a community that endured FBI harassment, cult leadership and more.

Top Billed Cast

self, Black Bear resident

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

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Revenue

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