Easy Riders, Raging Bulls: Uncovering the Hidden History of Hollywood's Most Creative Era

Never before have so many celebrities talked so frankly about one another and the drugs, sex, and money that made so many of them crash and burn. Peter Biskind's book, Easy Riders, Raging Bulls, is a masterclass in storytelling, revealing the hidden history of the most creative era in Hollywood since the heyday of the studios.

Based on hundreds of interviews with directors themselves, as well as producers, stars, studio executives, writers, spouses, ex-spouses, and girlfriends, Biskind weaves together a narrative that is both thrilling and shocking. This is not just a history of film-making, but a portrait of a generation who changed the face of Hollywood forever.

The era in question began with the release of Easy Rider in the late 1960s and ended with Raging Bull and Beverly Hills Cop II in 1980. It was a time when directors like Coppola, Bogdanovich, Scorsese, Lucas, Hooper, Altman, and Spielberg re-wrote the Hollywood script for the 1970s through their remarkable films.

Bonnie and Clyde, Easy Rider, The Godfather, The Last Picture Show, Taxi Driver - these are just a few of the modern classics that emerged during this period. Biskind's book is a must-read for anyone who loves film and wants to understand the stories behind some of the most iconic movies ever made.

With its clever construction and fearless honesty, Easy Riders, Raging Bulls is a triumph of storytelling that will leave readers breathless and wanting more. It's a reminder that even in an industry as glamorous and superficial as Hollywood, true artistry can thrive - and sometimes, it takes a little bit of rebellion to create something truly unforgettable.

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