Zint Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 I just finished watching the blu-ray version of the new Rush documentary.I didn't get the opportunity to see it during the exclusive theatre screenings,so I was really looking forward to it.Wow...it's really really good!I was fascinated from beginning to end,it's well done.It was created by the same guys who did "Metal:A Headbanger's Journey" and "Iron Maiden: Flight 666" and the cool thing about that is...these guys are major fans,so it was done as a passionate labour of love.Geddy actually let these guys rummage through boxes in his basement and they just dug out a motherlode of never before seen photos etc.Their story,the struggles and everything they achieved and the underlying theme of how they did it all their way,without failing to compromise themselves as musicians or human beings is quite impressive.It's very cool to hear from fellow musicians such as Billy Corgan,Les Claypool,Trent Reznor,Kirk Hammett etc. who completely understood (and still do) what Rush is all about.The band themselves have said that the most humbling aspect of being involved in this project was the praise of their fellow musicians.It doesn't get any cooler than that.There's a lot of footage I've never seen before...check out the b+w footage from the 2112 era.See that footage??...that's exactly what my first Rush gig was like in '76...powerful powerful shit!That really brought a milllion memories flooding back.And the bonus footage!!....oooooh shit!Colour footage of the band playing live in a St. Catherines High School...with John Rutsey on drums!Fairly intact decent footage (filmed for a Canadian tv show).That was just the coolest fucking shit...just the best perk I could have asked for.Fans of the band...this is a must own! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew07 Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 just heard about this documentary the other day, im looking forward to seeing it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerage5 Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 Saw it in theaters. Hate to say it, but as far as the actual documentaries go, Beyond The Lighted Stage absolutely shat all over Flight 666 (Had way too much concert footage, when the 2nd disc was the exact same concert footage, but it's still superior for me as I'm in a shot in it B) ). Loved every second of it, especially the stuff about the early days. There's some incredible footage in there, like Alex's family argument about him dropping out of school, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moreblack Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 I've seen a 2112 era BW show before, I wonder if it's the same footage.They were on fire that night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerage5 Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 I've seen a 2112 era BW show before, I wonder if it's the same footage.They were on fire that night.I know the footage you're thinking of, and yes, I believe it's from the same show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zint Posted June 30, 2010 Author Share Posted June 30, 2010 I've seen a 2112 era BW show before, I wonder if it's the same footage.They were on fire that night.I know the footage you're thinking of, and yes, I believe it's from the same show.I've never seen that footage before!I'm blown away!I'll be actively seeking that.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moreblack Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zint Posted June 30, 2010 Author Share Posted June 30, 2010 The footage in the movie doesn't have the clock and writing all over it...any clean boots of it around?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moreblack Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 Afraid not, I've never seen a clean one, but it's the whole set so that's kinda cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zint Posted June 30, 2010 Author Share Posted June 30, 2010 There's some incredible footage in there, like Alex's family argument about him dropping out of school, etc.Yeah that was crazy!Who films a family argument??..cool to see though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrandyk Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 There's some incredible footage in there, like Alex's family argument about him dropping out of school, etc.Yeah that was crazy!Who films a family argument??..cool to see thoughThat part confused me so much. I feel like as soon as things began to get heated they would be asked to turn the camera off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChineseDemocracy2004 Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 I pre-ordered this a few weeks ago and watched it yesterday. I really enjoyed it and it made me love Rush even more. I was so glad to see footage with Rutsey performing with them because I enjoy his work on their debut album.It's impossible to pick out a single highlight from the DVD but 'Dinner with Rush' is one of the funniest things I have seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerage5 Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 I pre-ordered this a few weeks ago and watched it yesterday. I really enjoyed it and it made me love Rush even more. I was so glad to see footage with Rutsey performing with them because I enjoy his work on their debut album.It's impossible to pick out a single highlight from the DVD but 'Dinner with Rush' is one of the funniest things I have seen.This.I've seen a 2112 era BW show before, I wonder if it's the same footage.They were on fire that night.I know the footage you're thinking of, and yes, I believe it's from the same show.I've never seen that footage before!I'm blown away!I'll be actively seeking that..I THINK I have that show lying around here...somewhere. If I come across it I'll certainly hook you up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zint Posted July 1, 2010 Author Share Posted July 1, 2010 I THINK I have that show lying around here...somewhere. If I come across it I'll certainly hook you up nice!...thanks It's impossible to pick out a single highlight from the DVD but 'Dinner with Rush' is one of the funniest things I have seen. no kidding!They're funny enough as it is,let alone drunk and funny!..amusing as hell to watch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChineseDemocracy2004 Posted July 2, 2010 Share Posted July 2, 2010 They played the first show of their Time Machine tour the other night. Here's the setlist;The Spirit of Radio Time Stand Still Presto Stick It Out Workin' Them Angels Leave That Thing Alone Faithless BU2B Freewill Marathon Subdivisions Intermission Tom Sawyer Red Barchetta YYZ Limelight The Camera Eye Witch Hunt Vital Signs Caravan Drum Solo (Love 4 Sale) Alex Lifeson Solo leading into... Closer to the Heart 2112 Overture/Temples of Syrinx Far Cry EncoreLa Villa Strangiato Working Man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerage5 Posted July 2, 2010 Share Posted July 2, 2010 (edited) Could you edit the last post to have spoiler brackets for the setlist please?. Some of us are trying to avoid spoilers. Luckily, my brain only registered Subdivisions before I knew what it was, and that song is a give in. Thanks. Edited July 2, 2010 by Powerage5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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