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Festival Express

71% | Sep 19, 2003 | Documentary, History, Music

The filmed account of a large Canadian rock festival train tour boasting major acts. In the summer of 1970, a chartered train crossed Canada carrying some of the world's greatest rock bands. The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, The Band, Buddy Guy, and others lived (and partied) together for five days, stopping in major cities along the way to play live concerts. Their journey was filmed.

Featured Crew

Frank Cvitanovich
Director
Bob Smeaton
Director

Cast

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Rick Danko
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Levon Helm
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Garth Hudson
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Richard Manuel
Self - The Band
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Robbie Robertson
Self - The Band

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