Sunset Strip (2012 film)

Sunset Strip is a 2012 American documentary film directed by Hans Fjellestad. The film explores the history and cultural significance of the iconic Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, California. Through archival footage, interviews with musicians, actors, club owners, and other personalities associated with the area, it chronicles the Strip's evolution from its early days as a Native American trail and a Prohibition-era haven to its emergence as a hotbed of rock and roll, counterculture, and ultimately, a symbol of Hollywood glamour and excess. The documentary examines themes of artistic freedom, social change, and the ever-present tension between commercialism and authenticity. Interview subjects include notable figures who have played a significant role in the Strip's history, offering perspectives on its past, present, and uncertain future.