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The Editor

Following its World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2014, THE EDITOR has gained a massive cult following among horror afficoonados. Astron-6 (the kickass Canadian film crew behind MANBORG and FATHER’S DAY) up their game to a whole new level with a film that works as both a

Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet

THE PROPHET, by celebrated Lebanese-American author Kahlil Gibran, is among the most popular volumes of poetry ever written, selling over 100 million copies in forty languages since its publication in 1923. Gibran’s timeless verses have been given enchanting new form in this painterly cinematic adventure about freedom and the power

Running on Climate – With Andrew Weaver, Pete Fry and Wes Regan

Join us at the Rio for this unique movie night. Running On Climate, by filmmaker Robert Alstead, looks at the lengths scientists will go to highlight the dangers of runaway climate change and the actions individuals can take to avert catastrophe. Its principle subject is Andrew Weaver, the internationally renowned

I Am Chris Farley

Join us at the Rio Theatre for an exclusive Vancouver run of the highly anticipated new documentary I AM CHRIS FARLEY. Chris Farley’s brother, comedian Kevin Farley (who also served as an executive producer on the film), will be present at screenings on Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29

Hedwig And The Angry Inch: 25th Anniversary Movie Tour w/ John Cameron Mitchell

Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the critically acclaimed, award-winning rock movie musical “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” with an unforgettable evening featuring writer, director, and Golden Globe–nominated star, John Cameron Mitchell. The event includes a stunning 4K screening of the film, followed by a live Q&A, and a special mini

Down Here: Vancouver Premiere

Join us at the Rio Theatre on Friday, April 17 for the Vancouver Premiere of DOWN HERE, a contemporary thriller and social drama set in the city’s downtown Eastside starring Dean Wray and Tantoo Cardinal. Friday, April 17 Showtime 6:30 – Q&A to follow Tickets $10

NAKED LUNCH (William S. Burroughs Double Bill)

Join us for an evening celebrating influential beat generation author William S. Burroughs, featuring the recently remastered re-release of Howard Brookner’s seminal, gritty documentary BURROUGHS: THE MOVIE (1983) and David Cronenberg’s adaptation of Burroughs’ own NAKED LUNCH (1991). Saturday, April 4 BURROUGHS: THE MOVIE (90 mins) Doors 7:00

One River Many Relations: Canadian Premiere

The Just Film Festival is proud to host the Canadian première of this important film here at The Rio Theatre. Join us early for mingling and entertainment by the Solidarity Notes Labour Choir |  Doors at 6:00 pm/ Movie 7pm Tickets are $10 for the evening at the door or free with a festival

Highway of Tears: International Women’s Day

Following a sold out screening of  the movie at the Vancity Theatre on March 7th, a special screening on Sunday March 8th, Highway of Tears will screen here at the Rio Theatre for International Women’s Day. Tickets available through Eventbrite, for ticket purhcases, click HERE In Canada, more than

About The Rio

Voted the #1 Independent Theatre in Vancouver, the Rio Theatre is a multimedia venue featuring arthouse, mainstream and cult-classic cinemas as well as live entertainment. Built in 1938, the Rio has been fully restored with a state of the art digital projector, surround sound, a huge stage and 420 luxurious seats.

1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC

Phone: 604.879.3456

Info Line: 604.878.3456

Email: info@riotheatre.ca

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