Toronto Film Scene

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04 Oct 2012

Detropia begins its run at the Bloor October 5, 2012

One does not need to look very far to witness the devastating and tangible effects of the 2008 financial crisis. Detroit, just across the border from Ontario (or Manitoba, depending on whom you ask), is the epicentre of the economic downturn that has affected millions. Directors Heidi Ewing and Rachel...

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02 Oct 2012

CINSSU’s Free Friday Films presents The 400 Blows October 5, 2012

Now that the school year is back in session, Innis Town Hall at the University of Toronto is home to a weekly series of free screenings hosted by the Cinema Studies Students Union (CINSSU). Previously, they have showcased works from legendary directors Roman Polanski, Alfred Hitchcock and Stephen Spielberg. This...

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01 Oct 2012

Doc Soup returns Wednesday, October 3, 2012 with THE SOURCE

The wait is finally over — the new season of Doc Soup begins this week, Wednesday October 3 and Thursday, October 4, 2012! Bloor Hot Docs Cinema plays host to the monthly screening series, which runs October 2012 through April 2013. The film that kicks things off this year is...

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28 Sep 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Friday, September 28, 2012

The weekend is here! Friday has arrived in all its magical glory. Here’s what’s happening today on the Scene for Friday, September 28, 2012. Fans of humour will find a real treat at Bloor Hot Docs Cinema tonight. The Bloor has two comedic documentaries presented by JFL 42. Sarah Silverman:...

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27 Sep 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Thursday, September 27, 2012

The film scene in Toronto today is stacked with special events and quality screenings. Eat some fantastic food, learn more about horror films, or sit back and enjoy a quality movie. Here’s what’s happening today on the scene for Thursday September 27, 2012. The Bloor shows Wish Me Away, a...

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26 Sep 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Wednesday, September 26, 2012

It hump day, and as usual, this city packs in as much cinema as possible for one day. You can catch some great Canadian films at TIFF Bell Lightbox or some super-punchy action at Projection Booth. Here’s what’s happening today on the Scene for Wednesday, September 26, 2012. TIFF Bell...

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25 Sep 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Tuesday, September 25, 2012

It’s Tuesday, which means there’s great deals on at the cinema. We’re rounded up the best of what’s happening today on the Scene for Tuesday, September 25, 2012 to help you plan to get your As always on Tuesday, tickets at the Carlton Cinema are just $5.00. Their lineup consists...

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24 Sep 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Monday, September 24, 2012

Fall is beautiful, pumpkin flavoured things are readily available and there are plenty of great films screening all over the city. Here’s what’s happening today on the scene for Monday, September 24, 2012. Bloor Hot Docs Cinema starts their day with a 6:45 pm screening of Wagner & Me, a...

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21 Sep 2012

Epicure’s Revue spices up September with Like Water for Chocolate

Sure popcorn and movies go together quite well, but don’t you sometimes wish that film could have a more culinary companion? That’s exactly what the Revue Cinema has in mind with Epicure’s Revue. The series, which runs every two months, features a film paired with food inspired by it. The...

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20 Sep 2012

Free screening of Raiders of the Lost Ark Saturday, September 22

“It’s not the years…it’s the mileage.” Well, it’s the years now too. It’s been 31 years since Raiders of the Lost Ark first debuted on the big screen, but luckily it still occasionally pops up for a screening in theatres. That’s the case this Friday at Camera at 3:00 pm....

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14 Sep 2012

Reel Asian’s So You Think You Can Pitch now open for submissions

Toronto Reel Asian Film Festival returns to this fair city for it’s 16th edition November 6-11, 2012, but submissions for this year’s fest have closed. However, there is still a chance to be a part of Reel Asian 2012 by entering their annual pitch competition. So You Think You Can...

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04 Sep 2012

Tickets available for Toronto Independent Film Festival running September 6-15, 2012

Though there is plenty of coverage for the Toronto International Film Festival, another film festival is just about to start up as well. The Toronto Independent Film Festival, now in its third year, runs separately but concurrently to TIFF and aims to showcase low-budget independent cinema from North America. All...

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30 Aug 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Thursday, August 30, 2012

Even though the Open Roof Festival ended its summer run last Thursday, it’s still a packed day of cinema here in Toronto. Here’s what’s happening today on the scene for Thursday, August 30, 2012. TIFF Bell Lightbox continues its Summer In France series, which has been bringing the best of...

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29 Aug 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Ah, Wednesday. The middle day of the week. The day in which it becomes closer to next weekend than it was to last weekend. It is an underrated day; it is a day to celebrate…with movies! There is an outdoor screening, a sports themed documentary, Movies for Mommies and more....

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29 Aug 2012

James Bond will return in…film programmes and exhibitions at TIFF Bell Lightbox, starting in October

Though he has always been an exquisitely handsome and stylish man, James Bond may never look better than he will at TIFF Bell Lightbox. That’s right, everybody’s favourite MI6 agent is coming to Toronto — and in a big way. 50 years after Bond debuted on the big screen, TIFF...

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28 Aug 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Great docs, indie fare and continued Hollywood attractions populate the screenings today. It’s also the last Tuesday of August, which, of course, is a major bummer. With the number of outdoor screenings dwindling, take advantage of a final opportunity to watch a film under the stars at Yonge-Dundas Square. Keep...

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28 Aug 2012

Doc Soup screening series announces student ticket packs

No, the leaves haven’t quite changed colours yet, but it’s almost time to start thinking about Toronto’s monthly Hot Docs screening series Doc Soup, which runs every year October through April. The dates are up for this coming year’s screenings, and subscription packs are available now — including the student...

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27 Aug 2012

Today on the Scene: screenings and film fun for Monday, August 27, 2012

Another weekend of beautiful weather here in Toronto has ended, so hopefully you used that time to rest up before another week of cinema (and work) begins today. Monday includes the last programme of Another British Invasion, a Kubrick essential and more. Here’s what’s happening today on the scene for...

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15 Aug 2012

Vote for your favourite Breast Fest short film starting August 15

Breast Fest, the annual film event designed to bring awareness to breast cancer issues, is celebrating its fifth anniversary in style by hosting this year’s event at the Bloor Hot Docs Cinema from November 2-4, 2012. Another new addition to the proceedings, and a more current one, will be the...

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15 Aug 2012

Singin’ in the Rain is this month’s Cineplex Classic

Twice a month, Cineplex blasts its audience into the past with its Classic Film Series. Previously granted new life on the big screen as part of the series have been Citizen Kane, North by Northwest and The African Queen. August’s edition will be Singin’ in the Rain. Named by the...

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