''The Trip'', with Peter Fonda and Susan Strasberg, 1967
by Movie World Posters
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''The Trip'', with Peter Fonda and Susan Strasberg, 1967
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Movie World Posters
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Mixed Media - Vintage Movie Posters
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A vintage movie poster of ''The Trip'', a 1967 American psychedelic drama film directed by Roger Corman and written by Jack Nicholson. The film stars Peter Fonda as Paul Groves, a television commercial director, and Susan Strasberg as his wife, Sally.
The story revolves around Paul Groves, who is feeling disconnected and unfulfilled in his life. He decides to take a journey into the world of LSD and other mind-altering substances in search of enlightenment and self-discovery. The film follows Paul as he embarks on a psychedelic trip, experiencing hallucinations and a range of emotions while exploring the counterculture and the drug culture of the 1960s.
"The Trip" is notable for its exploration of the psychedelic experience and its impact on the protagonist's perception of reality. It delves into themes of personal liberation, rebellion against societal norms, and the pursuit of a higher consciousness through the use of drugs.
Jack Nicholson, who wrote the screenplay, also appears in a supporting role as a friendly guide who introduces Paul to the world of hallucinogens. Nicholson's involvement in the film is significant, as he was a rising star in Hollywood at the time and would go on to become one of the industry's most celebrated actors.
The film is known for its visual style, including colorful and abstract sequences that attempt to convey the sensations of being under the influence of psychedelic substances. It captures the spirit of the counterculture movement of the 1960s and serves as a time capsule of the era's experimentation and rebellion.
"The Trip" has gained a cult following over the years and is considered a representative work of the psychedelic cinema of the 1960s. It remains a fascinating exploration of the effects of mind-altering substances and the cultural and social shifts of its time.
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June 1st, 2021
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