Easy Rider

 
Easy Rider screen grab by Joshua Huggins

Date 2/25/2025

I like this clip because it sets the film up, its a into clip of the two main charter captain America and Billy riding free to the wind. Cap is riding what looks like copper bike with extended handles. these bikes are not fun for long rides. witch is interesting because it looks like they are going cross country.

this is when Cap and Billy get arrested for being in a parade without a permit. both charters want to be free and go to Mardi Gras but are now in a literal cage because they broke a silly law showing that society doesn't like the free riding hippies of the 60s.

this clip is really powerful in my opinion because Billy think the people don't like him because he needs a hair cut and a shower. George said its because of what you represent to them is freedom. this is strong because the 60s was a time of radical change and  for a group to represent freedom and also be hated by most is interesting. shortly after this the three of them get beat in their sleep and George is killed.