Film Review: RUSH TIME STAND STILL (USA 2016) *** Directed by Dales Heslip

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rush_time_stands_still..jpgRUSH TIME STAND STILL (USA 2016) ***
Directed by Dales Heslip

Less than a concert movie than a RUSH tribute, RUSH TIME STAND STILL caters to both the band’s ardent fans as well as novices. The film is preceded by two shorts: a 20 minute documentary entitled RUSH – A TRIBUTE TO KINGS followed by a an animated 5 minute dedication to RUSH band member Neil Peart of the drums.

The 20-minute TRIBUTE TO KINGS begins with still photos of RUSH on stage followed by references given by other famous bands like KISS, Tin Lizzie, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and foo-fighters. The talking heads humorously talk about RUSH while emphasizing the band’s energy, to be demonstrated later in the concert part of the actual film. The 5-minute cartoon is there for novelty rather than for anything else.
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