Directed by , An American Hippie in Israel (1972)—originally titled Ha-Trempist (The Hitchhiker)—is a surrealist Israeli counter-culture film that has evolved from a commercial failure into a global cult phenomenon. Often cited as a candidate for the "worst movie of all time," it is celebrated by fans for its bizarre imagery, ham-fisted allegory, and earnest but technically flawed execution. Narrative and Symbolic Analysis
The film follows (Asher Tzarfati), an American Vietnam War veteran who travels to Israel to escape the horrors of war and search for a utopian community. When “bad” can be good … - Cagey Films An American Hippie in Israel