Journey with Lily and Jamie into the story of Black Bear Ranch, a commune in Northern California that started in 1968. From Hollywood backers to harsh winters, free love, and cult clashes, explore how this utopian experiment shaped a lasting legacy.

COMMUNE

20th ANNIVERSARY RESTORATION

A documentary feature film byJonathan Berman

78 Minutes, Color. Stereo, 16 x 9aspect ratio

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Credits

Featuring: PETER COYOTE, MICHEAL TIERRA, ELSA MARLEY, and THE PEOPLE OF BLACK BEAR RANCH

Producer/Director: JONATHAN BERMAN

Editors: MICHAEL TAYLOR, MARISA SIMPSON

Directors of Photography: ALAN DEUTSCH, TAMAS BOJTOR

Co-Producer: CHRISTIAN ETTINGER

Composer: ELLIOTT SHARP

Commune: 20th AnniversaryRestoration, Copyright, All Rights Reserved 2025

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