In the summer of 2016, a nation holds its breath as one of its most beloved bands embarks on a tour like no other. "Long Time Running" is an intimate and powerful documentary that chronicles The Tragically Hip's monumental, emotionally charged Man Machine Poem tour, undertaken after frontman Gord Downie's devastating diagnosis of terminal brain cancer. Directed by Jennifer Baichwal and Nicholas de Pencier, the film goes behind the curtain with band members Johnny Fay, Bobby Baker, Gord Sinclair, and Paul Langlois as they prepare for what may be their final performances together. This is not merely a concert film, but a raw and poignant portrait of friendship, resilience, and the profound connection between artists and their fans. The central journey explores the immense weight and cathartic release of the stage, capturing the band's determination to deliver a triumphant celebration of music in the face of an uncertain future. The result is a moving testament to legacy, capturing the electric atmosphere of a historic cultural moment with grace and unflinching honesty.