Join us at the Rio Theatre for the Canadian premiere of the documentary HELL OF A CRUISE. This one-time screening will include a special Q&A session with filmmakers and from former passengers immediately after the film.

HELL OF A CRUISE is a gripping documentary that delves into the nightmarish experience of passengers on the Diamond Princess cruise ship during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. This raw and intimate film juxtaposes the initial joy of the cruise with the ensuing chaos, using personal footage captured by those onboard to convey the passengers’ ordeal. The documentary sheds light on Carnival Cruises’ controversial decisions, putting profits above safety and resulting in widespread illness and tragedy. “Hell of a Cruise” unfolds like a real-life horror story with devastating real-world consequences, making it a must-see for those seeking a sobering exploration of corporate negligence and human resilience in the face of adversity.”

“You feel like you are watching a horror movie at times, but they smack you back down to reality
to understand these people went through all of this. For much of this film, I was in disbelief at
how mishandled this entire thing was.” (Ready Steady Cut)

“Sobering and brutal.” (Common Sense Media)

Wednesday, January 31
Doors 6:00 pm | Movie 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Advance tickets HERE

*Must be 19+ w/ID for entry bar service.
*Sorry, Rio Theatre Groupons and passes n/a for this event.
*All seating is General Admission; please arrive 20-30 minutes prior to showtime to ensure great seats and time for snacks at concession.
*Online sales end an hour before showtime; unless otherwise noted, tickets are also available for purchase at the box office prior to showtime. Our box office is open 30 minutes before showtime.
*All Rio Theatre tickets are final sale.