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Going Furthur

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Going Furthur is a feature length documentary film that shows an on-the-ground account of how Ken Kesey, the Merry Pranksters, and the Acid Tests helped to generate a non-conformist society of free thinkers, artists and altruists who are now pushing the evolutionary envelope of human potential. 50 Years after the iconic first trip, Ken Kesey's son Zane took the Furthur Bus and his father's legacy back on the road for its longest-running tour in history! Armed with a new band of Merry Pranksters, the Furthur bus traveled over 15,000 miles in 75 days, riding into music festivals, community events, tribal gatherings and national landmarks, reestablishing itself as a symbol of radical self-expression and cultural revolution all across the country. Through archive footage as well as over 400 hours of film, we explore the roots of a culture birthed in the early sixties, and how the mission of those first few idealists have influenced a new generation.

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Mick LaSalle San Francisco Chronicle It looks futile and comical. And the movie is slow, stuffed to feature length with musical interludes with every change of location Rated: 2/4 Jul 10, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member This film is a snapshot into history I wasn't even aware of. If you want a blast from the past (MKUltra was involved)....give this film a watch! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/17/23 Full Review Audience Member What an incredible journey... keeping the culture and messages it promoted alive! So well done. A must see! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/24/23 Full Review Audience Member This documentary was excellent. The story of Ken Kesey's early years was fascinating. Learning about his and the Merry Pranksters' cultural impact on so many is inspiring and makes me want to get on the next bus and go further with them! Life is too short - Be Yourself and share the love! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/26/23 Full Review Audience Member What a great film! I absolutely loved the energy of all searching souls, following their heart! The music, the colors, the love kept expanding and radiating around me. It reminded me to be curious, accepting and not fear creativity or the abyss. I loved the extended Alex and Allyson Grey discussion after the film. Their artwork makes me look at the life/galaxy in a new way. This high vibe, metaphysical movement should continue forever, I hope everyone goes Further!- Pure LOVE to everyone! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/13/23 Full Review Audience Member I can honestly say this entire story of America's counterculture is totally new to me. How incredible that a handful of people in the 60s managed to jumpstart a movement-and have such a great time doing it. Very colorful, beautifully edited and the music rocks. Loved it. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Audience Member The Merry Pranksters were revolutionary in their expansive perspective of the American Dream and have helped Somebunny Going Furthur than ever before! This movie chronicles the adventures of the neo-Pranksters and reminds us to be Gratefully alive NOW by celebrating our creative uniqueness. Ken would be so proud of his son and his legacy shining bright in the new generations. This movie is an essential look at the counter-culture of America over the last 50+ years! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/28/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Going Furthur is a feature length documentary film that shows an on-the-ground account of how Ken Kesey, the Merry Pranksters, and the Acid Tests helped to generate a non-conformist society of free thinkers, artists and altruists who are now pushing the evolutionary envelope of human potential. 50 Years after the iconic first trip, Ken Kesey's son Zane took the Furthur Bus and his father's legacy back on the road for its longest-running tour in history! Armed with a new band of Merry Pranksters, the Furthur bus traveled over 15,000 miles in 75 days, riding into music festivals, community events, tribal gatherings and national landmarks, reestablishing itself as a symbol of radical self-expression and cultural revolution all across the country. Through archive footage as well as over 400 hours of film, we explore the roots of a culture birthed in the early sixties, and how the mission of those first few idealists have influenced a new generation.
Director
Lindsay Kent, Colby Rex O'Neill, Matt Pidutti
Producer
Lindsay Kent, Colby Rex O'Neill, Matt Pidutti
Distributor
Krenshaw Films
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 9, 2021, Limited
Runtime
1h 36m