Name: San Francisco Rock: A Night at the Family Dog
Genre: Music, Documentary
Released: 1970-02-13
Duration: 58 min

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This film is straight-ahead footage of Santana, the Grateful Dead, and the Jefferson Airplane playing at The Family Dog in 1970. Each band does two songs, followed by a jam at the end featuring musicians from all of the bands.

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Directed by: Robert N. Zagone

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February 13, 1970 · 58 min · NR

Released: February 13, 1970
Runtime: 58 min
Age rating: NR
Genres: Music, Documentary
Original language: English
Available in: 56 countries

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Where can I stream San Francisco Rock: A Night at the Family Dog?

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In the United States, San Francisco Rock: A Night at the Family Dog streams on Qello Concerts by Stingray. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, YouTube, and Google Play Movies. It also streams in 16 other countries.

Is San Francisco Rock: A Night at the Family Dog worth watching?

89

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Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89 (IMDb 7.8).

Is San Francisco Rock: A Night at the Family Dog okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Can I half-watch San Francisco Rock: A Night at the Family Dog?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching San Francisco Rock: A Night at the Family Dog?

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Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 5 of 10 for hopefulness and 4 for wholesome.