Join special guests Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, along with director Dale Heslip for the Closing Film of KCFF25! This vivid and enjoyable documentary takes us on a guided tour through the history of one of the country’s most venerated bands. Trace Blue Rodeo’s journey from the Queen Street clubs where it all began to the grand stages they now claim as their own, four decades later. In between are many peaks and valleys, but those experiences just made them stronger. That’s because the core of Blue Rodeo’s music has always been the deep personal and creative bond that was first forged between Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor back in high school in North Toronto. Both musicians make for candid and compelling interview subjects as they – along with their bandmates and many others who have come along for the ride — share their memories and their songs in a film that will be savoured by longtime fans and newcomers alike. And stick around after the screening for an in-depth Q&A with the stars!

Director: Dale Heslip

Cast: Jim Cuddy, Greg Keelor

Language: English

Runtime: 88 minutes

DALE HESLIP

Dale Heslip is a multi-nominated and award-winning Canadian filmmaker, known for his versatile storytelling. He is perhaps best known for his long-time collaboration with rock legends Rush. As creative director, live concert director and documentary director, his Paul Rudd-narrated feature documentary Rush | Time Stand Still received 5-star reviews across the continent on its way to winning a CANADIAN SCREEN AWARD.

JIM CUDDY

Jim Cuddy is a celebrated Canadian singer-songwriter best known as the co-founder and frontman of the iconic country-rock band Blue Rodeo. With a career spanning over four decades, Cuddy has cemented his place as a defining figure in Canadian music, recognized for his heartfelt songwriting, distinctive voice, and tireless contributions to the arts and various charitable causes.

GREG KEELOR

Gregory Keelor is a Canadian singer-songwriter and musician best known as a co-founder of the iconic band Blue Rodeo, where he shares songwriting and vocal duties with Jim Cuddy. In addition to his work with Blue Rodeo, he has released three solo albums, contributed to various collaborative projects, and composed the soundtrack for the film Gunless. Recognized for his lasting impact on Canadian music, Keelor was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2024.