Yippie
Dec 31, 1968 · 12m
Director
Abbie Hoffman, Allen GinsbergOverview
The Youth International Party, whose members were commonly called Yippies, was a radically youth-oriented and countercultural revolutionary group opposed to war and the status quo of American culture. Known for using theatrics and humor to advocate social change, several Yippies were notably on trial as the Chicago 7. Primarily consisting of footage from the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago which sparked massive demonstrations that were met by violence and hysteria caused by the police. This film also includes found newsreel footage as well as Pigasus - the pig the Yippies advanced as a candidate for President of the United States.
Cast of Yippie
Crew of Yippie
About Yippie
What is Yippie about?
The Youth International Party, whose members were commonly called Yippies, was a radically youth-oriented and countercultural revolutionary group opposed to war and the status quo of American culture. Known for using theatrics and humor to advocate social change, several Yippies were notably on trial as the Chicago 7. Primarily consisting of footage from the 1968 Democratic National Convention…
When was Yippie released?
Yippie was released on December 31, 1968.
How long is Yippie?
Yippie runs 12 minutes.
Who directed Yippie?
Yippie was directed by Abbie Hoffman and Allen Ginsberg.
Who is in the cast of Yippie?
The cast of Yippie includes Allen Ginsberg (Self), Abbie Hoffman (Self) and Richard J. Daley (Self).