Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream
Synopsis
Sunshine Daydream is a concert film starring the Grateful Dead. On a blistering summer day in 1972, the Grateful Dead took the stage on the grounds of the Oregon Country Fair in Veneta, Oregon. for what would become one of the most legendary concerts of the band’s storied history. Considered to be the Merry Pranksters last "Acid Test", the concert offers a snapshot of the band at the peak of its playing prowess. The setlist that day included memorable performance of "Sugaree, " "Deal, " "Black-Throated Wind, " "Greatest Story Ever Told, " "Bird Song" and a mind-melting version of "Dark Star" that stretches over 30 minutes. The show, which was recorded and filmed but never released, has since become the most-requested live show in Grateful Dead history. A digitally remastered and reedited official version of the film was released on DVD and Blu-ray on September 17, 2013.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Grateful Dead "China Cat Sunflower" (OFFICIAL VIDEO) from "Sunshine Daydream"
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-06-06
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 1, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Norris
- Original Title
- Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Norris
Department Leadership Roster
John Norris
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream about?
Sunshine Daydream is a concert film starring the Grateful Dead. On a blistering summer day in 1972, the Grateful Dead took the stage on the grounds of the Oregon Country Fair in Veneta, Oregon. for what would become one of the most legendary concerts of the band’s storied history. Considered to be the Merry Pranksters last "Acid Test", the concert offers a snapshot of the band at the peak of its playing prowess. The setlist that day included memorable performance of "Sugaree, " "Deal, " "Black-Throated Wind, " "Greatest Story Ever Told, " "Bird Song" and a mind-melting version of "Dark Star" that stretches over 30 minutes. The show, which was recorded and filmed but never released, has since become the most-requested live show in Grateful Dead history. A digitally remastered and reedited official version of the film was released on DVD and Blu-ray on September 17, 2013.
Who directed Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream?
Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream was directed by John Norris.
Who stars in Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream?
The principal cast of Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream includes Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, Phil Lesh, Keith Godchaux.
When was Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream released and how long is it?
Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream?
Grateful Dead: Sunshine Daydream holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).