Summaries

The filmed account of a large Canadian rock festival train tour boasting major acts like Janis Joplin, The Grateful Dead and The Band.

In the summer of 1970, a chartered train crossed Canada carrying some of the world's greatest rock bands. The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, The Band, Buddy Guy, The Flying Burrito Brothers and others lived (and partied) together for five days, stopping in major cities along the way to play live concerts. Their journey was filmed.—Anonymous

Details

Keywords
  • band
  • intoxication
  • musical performance
  • youth culture
  • calgary alberta
Genres
  • History
  • Music
  • Documentary
Release date Apr 28, 2004
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) R
Countries of origin Netherlands United Kingdom
Official sites Official site
Language English
Filming locations Canada
Production companies Apollo Media Apollo Films PeachTree Films B.V.

Box office

Gross US & Canada $1174079
Opening weekend US & Canada $12074
Gross worldwide $1281754

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 30m
Color Color Black and White
Sound mix Dolby Digital
Aspect ratio 1.85 : 1

Synopsis

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