“Kerouac wanted to get out and experience something bigger…” “With all the savage irresponsibility that that comes with. Universal has revealed an official trailer for a documentary film titled Kerouac’s Road: The Beat of a Nation, ready for release in theaters this August. It just premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival and it will also play at the Locarno Film Festival in August. Kerouac’s Road explores Jack Kerouac’s iconic novel “On the Road” through today’s lens, as celebrities & travelers reflect on authentic experiences in our digital age, echoing the novel’s timeless search for genuine connection. The film introduces us to “on-the-roaders” and other fans of the book. Featuring Josh Brolin, W. Kamau Bell, Matt Dillon, and many more, it reveals a rarely seen side of Kerouac and offers a fresh take on On the Road and its lasting impact on America. In this modern era defined by screens and constant connectivity we can all still learn from the book and Kerouac’s journey, and what it means to engage in real time with the path we’re on. Sounds good. // Continue Reading ›
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