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Deep Dive: Grateful Dead: So Far (1987)

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Grateful Dead: So Far
So Far is a music documentary video by the Grateful Dead, directed by Jerry Garcia and Len Dell'Amico. It offers a subjective view of the Grateful Dead experience, focusing on the band's performances and related visuals. The soundtrack features song performances largely from 1985, including a concert on December 31 and rehearsal footage. The visuals combine scenes of the band playing, computer animation, and altered found footage. Released on VHS and laserdisc in 1987, and later on DVD in 2012, the film has a running time of 55 minutes and includes notable songs like 'Uncle John's Band' and 'Not Fade Away.'

Why Watch

  • See Jerry Garcia and the band in 1985 performances.
  • Find out about the unique visuals combining animation and footage.
  • Meet the Grateful Dead's lineup, including Brent Mydland.

Did You Know

The documentary was released on VHS and laserdisc in 1987.
It has a total running time of 55 minutes.
The soundtrack includes performances from a concert on December 31, 1985.

Perfect For

Grateful Dead fansMusic documentary lovers1980s concert footage