Box of Rain

Really enjoyable and relatable film that explores an interesting American Subculture: Deadheads. Deadheads are super fans of the Grateful Dead. They created their own community and culture with their own set of rules and traditions. Box of Rain shows those of us who weren't part of that community what it was all about, and undoubtably will take Deadheads on an enjoyable trip down memory lane. The archival photos and footage really brought the scene to life. Especially when combined with the interviews! The filmmakers interviewed a whole range of people, from fans who only saw a few shows, to some very prominent Deadheads. The whole film is tied together with the story of how the director got involved with the Deadhead community in the early 1980s and how it changed her life. I would definitely recommend this film to anyone who loves music, travel, and anyone who dances to the beat of their own drummer. Or in the case of the Grateful Dead, two drummers.

Buckle up for a journey you won't forget. Lonnie Frazier in her debut documentary takes on a colorful, profoundly touching, cross-country road trip visiting longtime devotees of the Grateful Dead along the way. You'll be treated to vivid flashbacks, vintage photography, and most of all the introspective reflections on how the Dead community enriched the lives of so many. Lonnie, herself, a survivor of a brutal assault, recounts how discovering the Dead brought her back to life. Hers is just one intimate story shared in this beautiful, life-transforming film that reaffirms how music can heal the soul like nothing else. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.

It's cool to see Deadheads share their stories of how it was like to follow the Grateful Dead around the country.

If you're a Deadhead, I'm certain watching this will bring you back to those great times you had sharing the magic that is the Grateful Dead.

Most importantly though, this documentary is about Lonnie's personal journey and how being a Deadhead gave her a place that she could call home.

It's about the wonderful people she met, the unforgettable memories, and the bond created between a group of people that is everlasting.

Enjoy the journey!

Lon Frazier did an amazing job explaining the cultural experience of The Grateful Dead. Listening to each of the documentary guests and Lon share their experiences, seeing the photos and video clips took me back to my own time of stumbling into this magical experience when I needed it in my life. The music, the kindness and the love in the community is the most uplifting experience anyone can ask for. Lon brought the experience to life again through this documentary. I recommend all Deadheads watch this and share with others who are unfamiliar with the experience so they may be uplifted as well! Great job Lon!

Growing up in a xenophobic household with boomer parents, the Dead were like a fairytale. Folks traveling together, free, authentic, and full of passion. Box of Rain made me jealous, sad, and nostalgic at the same time. Having missed that ride and now with a mortgage and family, I get to vicariously go along with Box if Rain and glimpse what was.