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.
