Overview

Documentary about rock pioneer Roky Erickson, detailing his rise as a psychedelic hero, his lengthy institutionalization, his descent into poverty and filth, and his brother's struggle with their religious mother to improve Roky's care.

Top Cast

Roky Erickson

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Byron Coley

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Evelyn Erickson

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Sumner Erickson

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Billy Gibbons

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Clementine Hall

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Gibby Haynes

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Chet Helms

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Kurt Loder

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Thurston Moore

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Patti Smith

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John Ike Walton

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