Dream Tower

Dream Tower chronicles the establishment of Rochdale in 1968, where young idealists aimed to create a free university and student residence. Inspired by Paul Goodman's cultural critiques, the founders envisioned a community focused on self-education, with students engaging in intense seminars on subjects like Heidegger and anarchism.

As the documentary unfolds, it highlights the unexpected challenges faced by this experiment. While the initial vision was filled with hope, the reality was complicated. The influx of individuals unprepared for the concept of freedom, along with issues arising from external influences like drug-dealing motorcycle gangs, transformed Rochdale into a chaotic environment far from its founders' aspirations.