"Magic Trip: Ken Kesey's Search for a Kool Place" is a documentary film that follows author Ken Kesey and his group of friends known as the Merry Pranksters as they embark on a cross-country road trip in a psychedelic bus named "Furthur." The film captures their journey as they travel from California to New York, experimenting with LSD and other mind-altering substances along the way.
The documentary provides a glimpse into the counterculture movement of the 1960s and Kesey's role as a key figure in shaping the era. Through a combination of archival footage and interviews with surviving members of the Merry Pranksters, the film explores the impact of Kesey's writings and his influence on the cultural landscape of the time.
"Magic Trip" offers a unique perspective on Kesey's search for a "kool place" where he and his friends could escape the confines of mainstream society and embrace a more liberated way of living. The film delves into the highs and lows of their journey, highlighting the sense of freedom and experimentation that defined the era.