Aitamaako’tamisskapi Natosi: Before The Sun tells the story of Logan Red Crow, a young Siksika woman who is determined to race in one of the most dangerous horse races in the world. Although the field is traditionally filled with men, Logan’s courage and indomitable spirit push her to prepare for the wild bareback relay competitions of…
Set in the last days of WWII, Sisu tells the story of Aatami Korpi (Jorma Tommila), a grizzled prospector who lives a solitary life in desolate Northern Finland. When Aatami finally makes his golden score, he quietly proceeds into town to collect his fortune. However, when he encounters a group of Nazis who steal his bounty and attempt…
Sometimes, the wildest of mashups creates the best of surprises. Written and directed by Nida Manzoor, Polite Society tells the story of Ria (Priya Kansara), a young woman who, with the help of her sister Lena (Rita Arya), yearns to unleash the fight within her as a stunt woman. However, Lena unexpectedly falls for a mysterious young…
Even if a boxer doesn’t knock out its opponent, it doesn’t mean that they can’t be a winner. And, frankly, watching films can be the same way. Based on the true story, Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World tells the story of the man himself (Khris Davis)…
Most films are meant to be enjoyed. Bystanders is meant to be engaged. Directed and co-written by Koumbie, Bystander tells the story of six friends who gather at the cottage for their annual tradition of reminiscing and fun. However, what the weekend’s youthful energy changes when Justin (Taylor Olson) arrives. As soon as he walks in the room, the…
When the clock strikes Midnight on romance, can the relationship survive? Directed by Vanessa Matsui, Midnight at the Paradise tells the story of Alex and Anthea (Alan Hawco and Emma Ferreira), a couple that’s only a week away from their wedding. As Alex attempts to leave for a weekend of work in Toronto, Anthea decides that she’ll join him….
The legend of John Wick has grown with each chapter of his story. Though, while he may be beloved for his crazy gun-fu choreography, there’s something about the Broken Babayaga that resonates on a deeper level. This week, David Peck (Face2Face Live) and Adam Kline (Behind the Screens) return to talk about why we love…
The history books always tell us about what happened… but it doesn’t always tell us the full story. Set in 18th Century France, Chevalier is inspired by the remarkable true story of composer Joseph Bologne, the Chevalier de Saint-Georges. As the illegitimate sone of a French plantation owner and his African slave, Bologne is abandoned in his youth…
Sometimes, the most difficult part of the war is when it’s over. Set at the conclusion of WWII in 1945, Plan A introduces us to Max (August Diehl), a man who dreams nightly of his murdered wife and daughter. Shattered by their loss, Max meets a group of Holocaust survivors who have a plan for revenge. By…
Directed by Darlene Naponse, Stellar is a whimsical love story between She (Elle-Maija Tailfeathers) and He (Braeden Clarke), a young couple who meet in an underground bar in Northern Ontario. As the world bears witness to massive wildfires, flooding and destruction, the two remain safe within the confines of the tavern walls. Even so, while the two…
