Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure

“The best place to be is here….” Join us at the Rio Theatre for a totally awesome, prime time screening of BILL AND TED’S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE, a true 80s cult-classic starring Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter, and the late, great, George Carlin. Bill (Winter) and Ted (Reeves) are high school buddies starting a band. However, they … Read more

Bill & Ted Face the Music

The stakes are higher than ever for the time-traveling exploits of William “Bill” S. Preston Esq. and Theodore “Ted” Logan. Yet to fulfill their rock and roll destiny, the now middle aged best friends set out on a new adventure when a visitor from the future warns them that only their song can save life … Read more

Bike Smut: Come Again

The world’s only collection of erotic bicycle movies is back! Coming soon July 23rd here to the Rio Theatre. Doors 9pm/ Show 9:30pm Tickets $8 in advance/ $10 at the door Advance tickets available HERE Strictly +19 for entry with 2 pieces of ID. Fully licensed bar Bike Smut is a collection of short erotic films … Read more

Bike Smut 9: Science Friction

It’s that time again Vancouver. The rolling erotic bicycle film festival is COMING to town. It’s been 2 years and I know you want your bike porn. This is the 9th and FINAL touring program of erotic, bikesexual films! This is the only time you will get to see Bike Smut in Vancouver… in fact, … Read more

Big Trouble in Little China

“It’s all in the reflexes…” The Rio Theatre‘s Friday Late Night Movie series continues with John Carpenter‘s insanely fun and totally 80s martial arts-filled action fantasy BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA. Don’t forget to come wearing your tank top tucked into your jeans with no belt. Carpenter’s “muse” (they’ve made more than a few films … Read more

Big Picnic

Ukrainian comedy BIG PICNIC is about uniting and becoming a powerful force in the face of a common threat, despite all the differences of one’s lifestyle and principles. The film tells the story of the Nalyvaichenkos and the Drahomanovs families, who decide to have a barbecue outing on a sunny day. One of the families … Read more

Big Fight in Little Chinatown

BIG FIGHT IN LITTLE CHINATOWN is a story of community resistance and resilience. Set against the backdrop of the COVID pandemic and an unprecedented rise in anti-Asian racism, the documentary takes us into the lives of residents, businesses and community organizers whose neighborhoods are facing active erasure. Coast to Coast the film follows Chinatown communities … Read more

Big and Small Rescue Society Presents Heartland Reggae

Did you know dogs prefer Reggae? It’s a fact. Big and Small Rescue Society is hosting a viewing of HEARTLAND REGGAE. This indie documentary classic was directed by Jim Lewis and  explores the heyday of Bob Marley and the many other reggae talent of his era. Enjoy the fabulous music and often hilarious interviews. All … Read more

Big

“Be careful what you wish for…” Join us in raising a #WomensHistoryMonth glass to the late, great, and incredibly talented actress and filmmaker Penny Marshall, who passed away in 2018. In 1988, Marshall made history as the first female director of a film to surpass the $100 million mark with the beloved coming-of-age comedy BIG, … Read more

Bif Naked LIVE

Bif Naked is a force of nature. A poet, a fighter, and a rock ‘n’ roll icon, she’s spent her career rewriting the rules, smashing barriers, and inspiring generations with her unapologetic voice and fearless authenticity. BIF NAKED is the definitive documentary on the life and career of one of Canada’s most unique and enduring … Read more