AKA Tommy Chong
Watch TrailerTommy Chong, the counterculture icon, finds himself targeted by the federal government. This documentary digs beyond the comedian's biography to expose a clash of two Americas: the freewheeling hippie philosophy and the rigid machinery of the War on Drugs. The lens captures Chong in his daily life, courtrooms, and on stage, revealing the man behind the legendary stoner persona. A personal journey transforms into a sharp political statement about free speech, entrepreneurship, and personal liberty, masterfully showing how absurdity morphs into tragedy and irony becomes a tool of defiance.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2006 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Josh Gilbert |
| Runtime | 84 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.3/10 (17 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film operates on two planes: a portrait of a charming, resilient artist and a chronicle of systemic overreach. The director wisely avoids mere polemics, letting the facts and Chong's inherent charisma build the case.
What lingers after the credits is the unsettling weight of the story, delivered with a light, almost comedic touch. It's a sobering reminder of how quickly a punchline can become a prison sentence. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Josh Gilbert
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Ironic defiance, dry courtroom drama, nostalgia for a rebellious spirit.
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