Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage

England have the Rolling Stones and the Beatles. Canada gave the world Rush. Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage is an in-depth look into Canada’s biggest musical export. You will be surprised at wealth of fan accolades from both musicians and ordinary people. The relentless trio just keep going and at the same time spawning new generations of musicians along the way. Rush are Canada’s natural hat trick to the world. The movie was produced by music documentary director duo of Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn (2005’s Metal: A Headbanger’s Journey; 2008’s Global Metal; and last year’s Iron Maiden: Flight 666) present the story of the legendary Canadian Rock Trio, Rush!

Rush is one of rocks most influential bands, ranking third for most gold and platinum albums behind The Beatles and Rolling Stones. But despite having legions of devoted fans and being revered by generations of musicians, they have been ignored by critics and continually overlooked by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and interviews with some of today’s most respected rock artists, Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage explores the forty-year career and phenomenon behind what could be the worlds biggest cult band.