Rush: A Show of Hands (1989)

For a band that demands perfection, a flawless performance is unattainable, and a truly great one is uncommon. They usually settle for just being "good." For years, they've dreamed of delivering an exceptional, relaxed show before a recording crew arrives. But it always seemed that the presence of cameras and recording equipment would disrupt their playing and malfunction their gear. However, for these two nights, everything aligns. The film becomes more than just a concert; it’s a record for the band – a collection of memories, a story of their history, a moment captured perfectly in time. For the audience, it offers a lasting memento, and even if it can't fully recreate the experience of being there, it allows them to see the performance from countless perspectives, moving around and above the musicians in ways no one could. It’s a display of connection – of hands performing and responding, gesturing and responding. A show for the ears and eyes, the hearts and minds. A Show of Hands. - Neil Peart