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5.4 / 10(5 votes)IMDbR19681h 12mUnited States of America

Like It Is

“More than just a film... an experience!”

Synopsis

This documentary on the "youth movement" of the late 1960s focuses on the hippie pot smoking/free love culture in the San Francisco Bay area.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 20, 1968

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
William Rotsler
Screenplay & Story
William Rotsler
Original Score
Frank A. Coe
Original Title
Like It Is
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 12m
Production Studios
Lima Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

William Rotsler

Screenplay & Story

William Rotsler

Original Score & Music

Frank A. Coe

Director of Photography

William Rotsler

Producers

Chris Warfield

Department Leadership Roster

Chris Warfield

Chris Warfield

Producer

William Rotsler

Director

William Rotsler

Writer

Frank A. Coe

Original Music Composer

William Rotsler

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Like It Is.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Like It Is

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Like It Is about?

This documentary on the "youth movement" of the late 1960s focuses on the hippie pot smoking/free love culture in the San Francisco Bay area.

Who directed Like It Is?

Like It Is was directed by William Rotsler.

Who stars in Like It Is?

The principal cast of Like It Is includes Candee Earle, Adele Rein, Michelle Angelo, Janice Kelly, James Brand.

When was Like It Is released and how long is it?

Like It Is was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.

Who composed the musical score for Like It Is?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Like It Is was composed by Frank A. Coe.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Like It Is?

Like It Is holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).