Proving that the Turtles were as vital to ‘60s pop as many better-known bands, this delightful 1991 documentary is blessed by the lively personalities of Turtles vocalists Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan (a.k.a. “Flo & Eddie�), whose anecdotes (including memorable encounters with Bob Dylan and the Beatles) are as entertaining as the group’s enduring music. Interviews with bandmates reveal that the Turtles were genuinely “Happy Together,� enjoying their popularity without the ego hassles that plague so many bands. It wasn’t all fun and games, but even the “Lawsuits� chapter provides a hilarious primer on the hazards of rock & roll. Best of all, the Turtles’ hits (including “She’s My Girl,� “Elenore,� and many more) are seamlessly combined with rare concert footage, TV appearances, and promotional films.

Starring:

Graham Nash, Ray Manzarek, Stephen Stills, Howard Kaylan, Mark Volman

Genre:

Documentary, Music