From writer-director Isaiah Saxon, making his feature-film-making debut, comes a story of love, longing, and acceptance centering on a teenage girl who befriends a mysterious forest creature she encounters in the woods. THE LEGEND OF OCHI follows Yuri (Helena Zengel), a teenager from a remote island known as Carpathia. Raised by a loving and comically … Read more
Peter S. Beagle‘s iconic 1968 fantasy novel THE LAST UNICORN comes to life in one of the most beloved animated features of the 80s – perfect for movie lovers of all ages! Directors Arthur Rankin Jr. and Jules Bass’ (the team behind numerous 70s-era children’s Holiday staples) THE LAST UNICORN features the star-studded vocal talents … Read more
It’s a cruel summer… In light of the epic success of YouTube/Netflix’s series Cobra Kai, we thought the time was right to revisit this hugely popular 80s coming-of-age story starring Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita, in his Oscar-nominated performance. Hassled by the school bullies, Daniel LaRusso (Macchio) has his share of adolescent woes. Luckily, his … Read more
Join us at the Rio Theatre over the long weekend with a beloved favourite programmed just for kids – and kids at heart! Before he went on to helm such animated features as THE INCREDIBLES and RATATOUILLE, Brad Bird made his stunning directorial debut in 1999 with THE IRON GIANT, adapted from British Poet Laureate … Read more
Kids Culture Film Series Presents A HORSE ON THE BALCONY German with English subtitles! SUNDAY DECEMBER 6th @ 12:30pm. Doors 12pm Ages 7+ Rated G Advanced tickets available by clicking HERE Adults $8 Kids $5 online, $9/$6 at the door No Groupons or passes accepted for this show unfortunately Synopsis: 10-year-old Mika is different … Read more
“Hey you guu-uuys!” Join us at the Rio Theatre for a 40th Anniversary family-friendly screening of what is – hands down – one of the all time most-requested titles we get, director Richard Donner‘s THE GOONIES. Written by Chris Columbus from a story by the film’s producer Steven Spielberg, this beloved 80s childhood classic follows a … Read more
In a town divided by duty and class, Vincent, a glassmaker’s son, and Alliz, a violinist who is the colonel’s daughter, fall in love. As their bond grows, rising tensions between their families threaten to pull them apart. Brought to life through stunning hand-drawn animation, THE GLASSWORKER is a poetic tale of first love, family, and the … Read more
Dust your Power Glove off and fire up Double Dragon, because The Gentleman Hecklers are bringing the Nintendo-lovin’ 80s kids movie THE WIZARD to the big screen on Wednesday, May 10. Fred Savage stars as Corey (it was the 80s… of course he was a Corey!), a kid who refuses to let his younger, emotionally … Read more
“Having a luck dragon with you is the only way to go on a quest.” On Wednesday, July 10, Vancouver’s Gentlemen Hecklers return to riff on one of the most beloved fantasy adventures of the 80’s… THE NEVERENDING STORY! Prepare to have your childhood ruined (or explained in an entirely new way) with a fantastical … Read more
Join the Gentlemen Hecklers on Tuesday, January 5 as they return to the Rio Theatre with two all beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, and pickled onions on a sesame seed bun… It’s the grade A 80s classic MAC AND ME! Tuesday, January 5 Doors 9:00 / Show 9:30pm Advance tickets $10/or $12 at the … Read more
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