Movies

Genre: Action

New York Ninja

“An insane, abandoned action romp… resurrected!” (ScreenAnarchy) CIRCLE COLLECTIVE and VINEGAR SYNDROME are proud to present… NEW YORK NINJA. Shot entirely on 35mm in 1984, it was abandoned during production – resulting in all original sound materials, scripts and treatments going missing. The rights and unedited original negative were subsequently acquired by Vinegar

Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion

This final movie version was created as an alternative ending to the NEON GENESIS EVANGELION TV series, remaking the final two episodes from the series. SEELE plans an attack on NERV after failing to create a man-made Third Impact. After reaffirming both her own and her mother’s existence in a

Monkey Man (Final Screening)

Acclaimed British actor Dev Patel (SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE, LION, THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL) makes his feature directing debut with the action-fueled revenge thriller MONKEY MAN, which he also stars in and co-wrote. Inspired by the ancient Hindu legend of Hanuman (an icon embodying strength and courage), Patel takes the lead

Momentum

Former ‘Bond Girl’ Olga Kurylenko (QUANTUM OF SOLACE) and James Purefoy star in the fast-paced action heist film MOMENTUM. Also starring Morgan Freeman. Sunday, November 8 Movie 9:00 pm Advance tickets $10 HERE/ $12 at the door *Rated 14A. Minors permitted on the balcony. 19+

Mission: Chapter 1(CANCELLED)

Pongal 2024 is coming  to the Rio Theatre! The Tamil-language action crime drama film MISSION: CHAPTER 1 is headed to the Rio Theatre on January 13. MISSION: CHAPTER 1 is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language sci-fi thriller film co-directed by Vijay and A.L. Vijay, and stars star Arun Vijay, Amy Jackson,

Miss Congeniality (25th Anniversary Screening)

“Describe your perfect date…?” Join us at the Rio Theatre for a 25th Anniversary screening of MISS CONGENIALITY on Friday, April 25… It’s the perfect date, because it’s it’s not too hot, not too cold. All you need is a light jacket. The full range of Sandra Bullock‘s

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie

Each has a power. Each has a purpose. And together, they will face their fiercest enemy. “Centuries ago, a legendary inter-dimensional being known as Zordon came to the city of Angel Grove to establish a command center for his never-ending struggle against evil. With the aid of his trusted assistant,

MFKZ

Genre-mashup MFKZ is the collaboration of French comic artist Guillaume “Run” Renard and ultra-hip Japanese animation house Studio 4°C, creators of TEKKONKINKREET, GENIUS PARTY and MIND GAME. The TEKKONKINKREET dream team of Shojiro Nishimi and art director Shinji Kimura reunite to bring to life a dark but stunningly animated sci-fi

Mandy

Destined for life on the midnight movie circuit, Panos Cosmatos‘ MANDY is one of the most punishing, blood-soaked, hallucinogenic revenge odysseys to hit screens in some time – and a perfect choice to include in our ongoing Friday Late Night Movie series. Set in the Pacific Northwest’s Shadow

Mamoru Oshii’s GHOST IN THE SHELL 1 & 2 Double Bill

Join us at the Rio Theatre on Sunday January 25th for a double dose of awesome anime, featuring Mamoru Oshii’s phenomenal GHOST IN THE SHELL (1995) and its equally impressive sequel, INNOCENCE (2005). All ages welcome in the balcony! GHOST IN THE SHELL (1995) Doors 6:30pm /

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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