Late Night with the Devil

October 31, 1977. Johnny Carson rival Jack Delroy hosts a syndicated late night talk show ‘Night Owls’ that has long been a trusted companion to insomniacs around the country. A year after the tragic death of Jack’s wife, ratings have plummeted. Desperate to turn his fortunes around, Jack plans a Halloween special like no other, … Read more

Last Night in Soho

In acclaimed director Edgar Wright’s (SHAUN OF THE DEAD, THE WORLD’S END, SCOTT PILGRIM vs. THE WORLD) psychological thriller LAST NIGHT IN SOHO, Eloise (Thomasin McKenzie), an aspiring fashion designer, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters a dazzling wannabe singer, Sandie (Anya Taylor-Joy). But the glamour is not all it appears … Read more

Lamb

A childless couple in rural Iceland make an alarming discovery one day in their sheep barn. They soon face the consequences of defying the will of nature, in this dark and atmospheric folktale, the striking debut feature from director Valdimar Jóhannsson. With Noomi Rapace. “Darkly imaginative and brought to life by a pair of striking … Read more

L’Inferno with Live Score by Montopolis

Join us at the Rio Theatre on Wednesday, October 11 for a screening of the iconic silent film L’INFERNO, accompanied by a live, original score performed by ensemble Montopolis. Loosely adapted from Dante’s classic journey through hell, “Inferno,” L’INFERNO was the first full-length Italian feature film ever made, and was the first feature length horror film … Read more

Krampus

While the holiday season represents the most magical time of year, ancient European folklore warns of Krampus, a horned beast who punishes naughty children at Christmastime. When dysfunctional family squabbling causes young Max (Emjay Anthony) to lose his festive spirit, it unleashes the wrath of the fearsome demon. As Krampus lays siege to the Engel … Read more

King Kong Double Feature

90 years ago in 1933, KING KONG was released. The film had a massive impact on popular culture, influencing a whole new generation, and with the recent films it’s clear, that the popularity of KING KONG will never die. He’s the most recognizable ape in movie history! Legendary special effects pioneer Willis O’Brian‘s groundbreaking techniques … Read more

Killer Klowns From Outer Space

It’s Craaazy! The Rio Theatre’s Friday Late Night Movie series continues on October 20 with a dose of dark and goofy fun, with the 1988 cult-classic KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE. This truly one-of-a-kind alien-invasion sci-fi follows blood-drinking intergalactic clowns hell bent on harvesting a small, sleepy town of its plasma. With Grant Cramer, Suzanne … Read more

Kids vs. Aliens (Filmmakers in Attendance for Q&A!)

Canadian indie genre filmmaking legend Jason Eisener (who brought us Canuxploitation favourites including HOBO WITH A SHOTGUN and TREEVENGE and served as an Executive Producer on TURBO KID) returns to the big screen with his latest work, the sci-fi infused KIDS VS ALIENS. Taking a note of inspiration from the found footage “Slumber Party Alien … Read more

Keeper

Director Osgood Perkins‘ (LONGLEGS, THE MONKEY) latest moody-soaked thriller, KEEPER, follows a couple’s romantic anniversary trip to a secluded cabin turn sinister when a dark presence reveals itself, forcing them to confront the property’s haunting past. With Tatiana Maslany (ORPHAN BLACK), Rossif Sutherland, Claire Friesen. “If you’re on the filmmaker’s unique, unhurried wavelength, Keeper makes … Read more

Ju-on: The Grudge

Japanese director Takashi Shimizu‘s JU-ON: THE GRUDGE is the ultimate “haunted house” movie – and perfect for a Friday Late Night Movie screening at the Rio Theatre on July 30. Released in 2002, JU-ON has since become firmly enshrined as a true classic of the J-horror genre, spawning numerous sequels and even a remake (in … Read more