A horror film can scare you with teeth, blood, or a locked door. Pontypool does something stranger. It makes speech feel unsafe. Bruce McDonald’s Canadian film from 2008 begins in the confines of a small
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Why Canada’s Regional Film Communities Are Redefining Independent Cinema
Canadian cinema is often described through its most visible production centres, but the country’s creative strength extends far beyond familiar studio districts. Independent filmmakers are building ambitious projects across the country, drawing on local landscapes,
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How Movie Subscriptions Changed Local Theatre Habits
A decade ago, going to the movies meant buying a ticket for a specific film at a specific time. Miss the session or change the mind, and the money was gone. Australian cinema chains now
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The Impact of Canada’s Cultural Diversity on Cinema
Canada has long been recognized as one of the world’s most multicultural countries. With communities representing hundreds of ethnic backgrounds, languages, and traditions, the nation has created a unique cultural environment that naturally influences its
Continue ReadingWhy the Cameras Keep Coming Back to Canada
Ask anyone who has stood on a Vancouver street corner watching a crew dress it up as Seattle, or wandered past a Toronto alley doubling for New York, and they will tell you the obvious:
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Seth Rogen Admits He is Ready to Direct His First Movie Since 2014’s The Interview, And You Can Be Sure It Won’t Star Jame Franco
It might have been too long ago for some to remember, but in 2014 Seth Rogen and his creative partner Evan Goldberg almost caused an international incident with their comedy The Interview. Looking back now
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