Dennis Hopper: Uneasy Rider

This documentary explores the life and career of Dennis Hopper, depicting him as an eccentric figure within the Hollywood entertainment industry. The film tracks his journey from his early years in Kansas to his work on Apocalypse Now, documenting his transition from being blacklisted by studios to becoming a respected international artist. Through interviews with associates such as Wim Wenders, Frank Gehry, and Kris Kristofferson, the film examines Hopper's multifaceted roles as a painter, photographer, poet, director, and actor, portraying him as a restless creator.

Directed, written, and produced by Hermann Vaske, this was the first of two films Vaske directed, followed by Can Creativity Save the World? in 2024. The cast includes various figures appearing as themselves, such as Michael Madsen, Diane Kruger, Isabella Rossellini, Alex Cox, and Julian Schnabel. Produced by Journeyman Pictures in the United States, the film has a runtime of 89 minutes. It currently holds a rating of 6.5/10 on IMDb based on 149 votes.