When one of the greatest filmmakers of all time adapts one of the greatest literary works of all time, the result can only be described as epic. In 1985, iconic director Akira Kurosawa adapted William Shakespeare‘s ‘King Lear’ and crafted one of – if not the – best cinematic representations of the Bard’s canon with … Read more
Based on director Katsuhiro Otomo‘s landmark dystopian manga of the same name, this enduringly popular work of Japanime is a visual feast, featuring epic, hand-drawn cityscapes as a backdrop for a sexy, violent cyberpunk adventure that takes place in the post-apocalyptic city of Neo-Tokyo (in… 2019!). The story follows a teenaged boy who is exposed … Read more
Aging Out Hosted by Breanne Williamson Join us at the Rio Theatre for the exclusive world premiere of AGING OUT, a LGBTQ+ sapphic-centred holiday RomCom with all of the laughs and none of the queer trauma. Rub elbows with cast and crew, and partake in a Step + Repeat Photo Opportunity! Dress to impress for … Read more
In this sensual experimental elegy by visionary filmmaker Harmony Korine (KIDS, GUMMO, SPRING BREAKERS), spellbinding infrared photography evokes a dreamlike portrait of a tormented assassin. In the seedy domain of Miami’s criminal underbelly, a seasoned hitman embarks on the relentless pursuit of his next target. The movie is shot entirely through thermal lens as he … Read more
At a fading vacation resort, 11-year-old Sophie treasures rare time together with her loving and idealistic father, Calum (Paul Mescal, in an Oscar-nominated performance). As a world of adolescence creeps into view, beyond her eye Calum struggles under the weight of life outside of fatherhood. Twenty years later, Sophie’s tender recollections of their last holiday … Read more
After the Snowfall Presented by Matchstick Join Coast Mountain Film Festival for an evening of ski films, prizes and good vibes. We’ll start with a bonus film project by Joey Kraft, producer of last year’s critically acclaimed “The Harvest”, before screening our feature, Matchstick Film’s “After the Snowfall”. “After The Snowfall” is a celebration … Read more
When it’s after midnight in New York City, you don’t have to look for love, laughter and trouble. They’ll all find you! Join us at the Rio Theatre as we dim the lights and fire up the projector in tribute to the late, great Catherine O’Hara with a 40th Anniversary Friday Late Night Movie screening … Read more
While vacationing by the Baltic Sea, writer Leon (Thomas Schubert) and photographer Felix (Langston Uibel) are surprised by the presence of Nadja (Paula Beer), a mysterious young woman staying as a guest at Felix’s family’s holiday home. Nadja distracts Leon from finishing his latest novel and with brutal honesty, forces him to confront his caustic … Read more
Join us at the Rio Theatre on Wednesday, May 2 for a screening of the new, Vancouver-shot comedy ADVENTURES IN PUBLIC SCHOOL (Public Schooled) – with cast and crew in attendance! Socially awkward Liam has been home-schooled his whole life. When he falls in love with a popular one-legged girl, he abandons his mother’s suffocating … Read more
Caravan World Rhythms and the Korean Cultural Centre of Canada present Direct from South Korea! Ak Dan Gwan Chil (ADG7) Shamanic Folk-Pop 9-piece Band “A most astonishing show musically and immensely entertaining- Ak Dan Gwang Chil from South Korea. WOW!!!” (Bob Boilen, NPR Music) Sunday, June 19 Doors 7:00 pm | Event 8:00 pm Advance … Read more
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