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201572 minUnrateddocumentary

7.3/ 10(18 ratings)• TMDB

Austin to Boston

201572 minUnrateddocumentary

7.3/ 10(18 ratings)• TMDB

Musicians travel 1,500 miles in vintage VW camper vans from Austin, Texas, to Boston, Massachusetts, performing live in various cities along the way.

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James Marcus Haney

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Musicians travel 1,500 miles in vintage VW camper vans from Austin, Texas, to Boston, Massachusetts, performing live in various cities along the way.

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James Marcus Haneydirector

Ben Howard

Gill Landrycast

Ben Lovett

Nathaniel Rateliff

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Musicians travel in vintage VW camper vans, making their way from Austin, Texas, to Boston, Massachusetts. Directed by Kitty Green, the 72-minute documentary features live performances in various cities along the route. It addresses the logistical challenges of touring, including travel arrangements and the interactions between artists and their audiences. Through these experiences, the film captures the connections formed with diverse crowds, reflecting the realities of life on the road.

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