“Born to Be Wild” made the band Steppenwolf famous overnight and around the world. The song, synonymous with the cult film Easy Rider, became the anthem of a generation. What’s less well known is that singer John Kay and bassist Nick St. Nicholas come from Germany. This documentary traces their journey from their war-ravaged homeland to the streets of Toronto and the pinnacle of the music world.
Dir. Oliver Schwehm, Canada, Germany, 2024, 100 min