In Hollywood's Backyard: Topanga in the 1970s

This documentary runs for 52 minutes and features notable figures such as Russ Tamblyn, Dean Stockwell, Will Geer, Herta Ware, and Billy Preston. It provides an intimate look at the lives of canyon residents during a transformative era in Hollywood.

The film was originally filmed in the early 1970s for German television, capturing a significant cultural moment. Unfortunately, the original camera masters and 16mm negatives were lost in a fire, leaving behind only a lone VHS copy.

Despite its heavily damaged state, a restoration team worked to salvage the footage, resulting in a remastered version that preserves a fair quality of this documentary. Collectors will appreciate the story behind the film's recovery and the historical insights it offers into the Topanga Canyon community.