It's the middle of the night. Hundreds of people have traveled for days to wait in line for basic medical treatment from a Remote Area Medical clinic (RAM). Many huddle in pop-up tents and some sleep on the ground. Some have never been to the dentist. Others are in desperate need of glasses. Most … [Read more...]
An interview with film producer Joely Collins on Becoming Redwood
In 1969, at the height of the Vietnam War, 2 year old Redwood Forest Hanson watched from the backseat of a beat up Volkswagen van while his mother left his father for good. At the very moment his mother walked away, Redwood, aided with the radio news of another Jack Nicklaus victory, had … [Read more...]
The popcorn marathon is about to begin! Welcome to HotDocs
About a month ago, I sat down with my popcorn and cappuccino (no, I'm not pregnant) and sifted through the incredible line up of films coming to Canadian International Documentary Festival also known as HotDocs. This festival starts this week and runs from April 25 to May 5. The programme is … [Read more...]
Chatting up filmmaker Rob Stewart, REVOLUTION.
It's just past 11 o'clock in the morning and I've made my way to Cafe Diplomatico or "The Dip" we've often referred to. It's a main-stay along College Street where everyone from suits to moms with strollers and old timers like to hang out. It's one of those joints where you can just be yourself. … [Read more...]
“Man of Steel” Official Trailer Released!
Are you looking forward to seeing Henry Cavill as Superman as much as I am? Because you should. You really should. Expected to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the summer, the film is produced by "The Dark Knight" director Christopher Nolan. It also stars Russell Crowe as Jor-El, Superman's … [Read more...]
Flight of the Butterflies
One of the most incredible migrations on earth has now been captured on film in the latest IMAX documentary adventure, FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES. This story is inspired by Canadian scientist, Dr. Fred Urquhart who spent his life dedicated to unravelling nature's mystery of the monarch … [Read more...]
ReelWorld Film Festival: A Decent Arrangement
What comes to mind when you think of arranged marriages? I remember having a chat with a friend about the customs that surround this sort of "courtship". I've always been fascinated with the idea and although so many people liken it to more of a business transaction, I'm learning that there have … [Read more...]
Look At This Stuff, Isn’t It Neat?
Our kids have been obsessed with the movie "Annie" lately and it's so adorable hearing them belt out, "Tomorrow! Tomorrow! I love ya, Tomorrow!" and "It's a hard knock life for us!" all the live-long day. There are just some childhood movies that stick with a kid, you know? I was thinking back to … [Read more...]
Cinefranco Review: Mince Alors! (Big is Beautiful)
The Cinefranco International French Film Festival has descended on Toronto and I've got my eye on a few titles as mentioned in my round up (link here: Cinefranco Film Festival Top Picks.) Another one of my picks... Mince Alors! (Big is Beautiful) is a light-hearted and entertaining film about … [Read more...]
Cinefranco Film Festival Top Picks
Spring is in the air...and for some reason my mind is set on everything en francais - a culture that is passionate about everything they do. So, inspiring! And there's nothing better than to take in a few of the world's best films! CINEFRANCO is English Canada's largest international … [Read more...]
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