Preview: Magic Trip (2011)

Synopsis:

A documentary from acclaimed filmmaker Alex Gibney (along with co-director Alison Ellwood) exploring the lost footage and archival material of the 1964 cross-country bus trip taking Ken Keasy, Neal Cassidy, Jerry Garcia and The Merry Pranksters on an exploration of America.

• Poster: C+

Review:

Sure the poster encapsulates the design style of the 1960s, but the richness of detail that characterized a lot of that old art doesn't seem as impressive.

• Trailer: B-

Review:

It could be an interesting study and foundation of the post-Kerouac, 1960s Peace and Love period.

Oscar Prospects:

Never count Gibney out as a Documentary Feature contender. The problem is that the film isn't nearly as political as a lot of films that earn nominations these days.

Release Date:

• August 5, 2011

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (July 31, 2011) Original