Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
A FILM BY Alex Gibney
A FILM BY Alex Gibney
At his best he was braver, funnier and more ruthlessly honest than just about any other magazine writer, and “Gonzo” confirms his place in the great American parade of cranks, renegades and sages
- A.O. Scott, The NY Times
So larger-than-life that he eventually felt overshadowed by his own mythos, legendary journo Hunter S. Thompson gets definitive docu treatment in “Gonzo.”
- Dennis Harvey, Variety
Synopsis
From Oscar-winning director Alex Gibney and producer Graydon Carter comes a probing look into the uncanny life of national treasure and gonzo journalism inventor Dr. Hunter S. Thompson. A fast-moving, wildly entertaining documentary with an iconic soundtrack, the film addresses the major touchstones in Thompson's life--his intense and ill-fated relationship with the Hells Angels, his near-successful bid for the office of sheriff in Aspen in 1970, the notorious story behind the landmark Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, his deep involvement in Senator George McGovern's 1972 presidential campaign, and much more.Theatrical Release Date
Friday, July 18, 2008
Original Languages: English
Genre: Documentary, Biography
Running Time: 118 min.
Year: 2008
Genre: Documentary, Biography
Running Time: 118 min.
Year: 2008
Credits
CAST
Johnny Depp
Hunter S. Thompson
DIRECTED BY
Alex Gibney
Trailer
PHOTOS
4. Hunter S. Thompson in GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
5. Director Alex Gibney on the set of GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
6. Alex Gibney, director of GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
1. Hunter S. Thompson in GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
3. Hunter S. Thompson in GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
2. Hunter S. Thompson in GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
4. Hunter S. Thompson in GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
5. Director Alex Gibney on the set of GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
6. Alex Gibney, director of GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
1. Hunter S. Thompson in GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
3. Hunter S. Thompson in GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
2. Hunter S. Thompson in GONZO: THE LIFE & WORK OF DR. HUNTER S. THOMPSON, a Magnolia Pictures release. Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.
