

Hopper/Welles
Synopsis
A restored 1970 cinéma vérité conversation between Orson Welles and Dennis Hopper, filmed during the production of "The Other Side of the Wind" and released in 2020 as a standalone documentary capturing their wide-ranging dialogue on cinema, politics, art, and fame in the early New Hollywood era.
Top Cast
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Melbourne International Film Festival
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Orson Welles
- Original Title
- Hopper/Welles
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Poland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 11m
- Production Studios
- Royal Road Entertainment, FIXAFILM, Grindhouse Releasing
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Orson Welles
Gary Graver
Bob Murawski
Filip Jan Rymsza, Jon Anderson, Jonathan Gardner
Department Leadership Roster
Filip Jan Rymsza
Producer
Bob Murawski
Editor
Gary Graver
Director of Photography
Orson Welles
Director
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Behind The Scenes
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hopper/Welles
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hopper/Welles about?
A restored 1970 cinéma vérité conversation between Orson Welles and Dennis Hopper, filmed during the production of "The Other Side of the Wind" and released in 2020 as a standalone documentary capturing their wide-ranging dialogue on cinema, politics, art, and fame in the early New Hollywood era.
Who directed Hopper/Welles?
Hopper/Welles was directed by Orson Welles.
Who stars in Hopper/Welles?
The principal cast of Hopper/Welles includes Orson Welles, Dennis Hopper, Janice Pennington, Glenn Jacobson.
When was Hopper/Welles released and how long is it?
Hopper/Welles was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 2h 11m.
