Review of Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008) by Zachary V — 08 Jul 2008
A week ago I was the kind of person who, if asked "You know Hunter Thompson?" would have had no clue whom you were talking about. However, I had of course seen "Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas," so when my friend invited me to Gonzo I figured it'd at least kill some time.
Despite lacking the high-production luster of Michael Moore's feature-docs, this documentary was none the less brilliantly crafted.
It showcases the rare spirit of Hunter S. Thompson at it's very best. In addition to the sheer pleasure of witnessing the similarities between real-life Hunter and the Raoul Duke character from "Fear & Loathing", the film has a lot to teach about one of the most fanciful characters in American literary history.
The madness and playfulness of Hunter in his prime has become a great source of inspiration for myself. In a world that less and less frequently questions itself and the principals it claims to uphold, I find the father of Gonzo journalism to be an increasingly relevant role-model for those of us who see the world falling apart, but don't know what to do - or even where to start.
This review of Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008) was written by Zachary V on 08 Jul 2008.
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson has generally received very positive reviews.
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