Grateful Dead was one of the only major bands I’d never seen, Deadheads are famously devoted fans, and an album played a prominent role in Freaks and Geeks, so this singalong doc seemed ideal. The problem? The infomercial intro, the lack of songs from the Freaks and Geeks / greatest hits albums, and the midtempo malaise. I also expected more flavor from Jerry Garcia, the inspiration for Ben and Jerry’s Cherry Garcia. Same applied to the crowd — fewer cheers than golf claps. A far cry from Bruce at Hammersmith. I’m glad the pace and banter eventually picked up, but mostly, I’m grateful this is the last I’ll see of the Dead.
Grade: C
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