When Naveen brings his fiancé Jay home to meet his traditional Indian family, they must contend with accepting his white-orphan-artist boyfriend and helping them plan the Indian wedding of their dreams.

This year, the Paddling Film Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with a lineup that promises to be the best yet. The Paddling Film Festival is an international adventure film tour that showcases the world's best paddling films of the year. This includes whitewater kayaking, sea kayaking, canoeing, rafting, stand-up paddle-boarding (SUP), and both action and lifestyle films. The festival tours cities and towns across Canada, the United States, and around the globe. Prepare to be amazed as you journey from the world's first huck off a glacier in Svalbard to the roaring rapids of the Zambezi. Experience the misty lochs of Scotland, visit the workshop of a renowned canoe builder, and witness a record-setting paddle on the Mississippi River. Explore themes of friendship in Utah's Desolation Canyon. These films do more than just tell adventure stories—they inspire future adventures.

Documentary about the American indie band Pavement, which combines scripts with documentary images of the band and a musical mise-en-scene composed of songs from their discography. From Alex Ross Perry ("Listen Up Philip") comes a prismatic, narrative, scripted, documentary, musical, metatextual hybrid, that shows the band preparing for their sold-out 2022 reunion tour while simultaneously tracking the preparations for a musical based on their songs, a museum devoted to their history and a big-budget Hollywood biopic inspired by their saga as the most important band of a generation.

"Friendship truly has all the makings of a future comedy classic." - Collider Channelling the comedy of his hit sketch series I Think You Should Leave, Tim Robinson portrays a suburban dad obsessively pursuing camaraderie with his charming neighbour (Paul Rudd). When a delivery mistake introduces suburban dad Craig Waterman (Tim Robinson) to his new neighbour, Austin Carmichael (Paul Rudd), a friendship begins. They bond over urban exploration, punk rock, and ancient artifacts. However, Craig’s obsessive behavior soon drives Austin away, threatening to upend Craig’s life. Writer-director Andrew DeYoung adeptly creates moments for Robinson to display both his innocent side and his comically frustrated side, which he is well-known for. This is especially effective as he interacts with Paul Rudd's disarmingly charming character, creating a contrast to the energy that Robinson brings to the film.

Buckle up! We're entering "The Zone"! Japanese cult director Shinya Tsukamoto’s monochrome nightmare of flesh and metal is a J-horror landmark in a deranged league all its own. Inspired by the technophobic body-horror of Cronenberg and the grotesque surrealism of early Lynch, this far out midnight movie tells the story of a ?“metal fetishist” (Tsukamoto himself) whose perverse, self-administered experiments in fusing body and machine are cut short when he’s struck by an automobile on the outskirts of industrial Tokyo. The driver, a seemingly milquetoast ?“salaryman” (Tomoro Taguchi), soon finds himself tormented by techno-erotic fever dreams and a gradual, gory mutation into a monstrous living scrapheap. Financed out of pocket and shot over 18 gruelling months on 16mm, Tsukamoto’s depraved DIY sensation broke the underground artist internationally and ushered in the era of cyberpunk cinema in Japan.

The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this Renaissance giant? Michelangelo’s genius is evident in everything he touched. Beautiful and diverse works such as the towering statue of David, the moving Pietà in the Papal Basilica of St. Peter and his tour-de-force, the Sistine Chapel ceiling, still leave us breathless today. Spanning his 88 years, Michelangelo: Love and Death takes a cinematic journey through the print and drawing rooms of Europe through the great chapels and museums of Florence, Rome and the Vatican to seek out a deeper understanding of this legendary figure’s tempestuous life, his relationship with his contemporaries and his incredible legacy.

Brand New 40th Anniversary 4K Restoration! Inspired by Shakespeare’s King Lear and considered to be one of Akira Kurosawa's greatest achievements, this Academy Award-winning film was the legendary director's last great epic. Set in sixteenth-century Japan, the story is a profound examination of the folly of war and the crumbling of one family under the weight of betrayal, greed, and the insatiable thirst for power. At the age of seventy, after years of consolidating his empire, the Great Lord Hidetora (Tatsuya Nakadai) decides to abdicate and divide his domain amongst his three sons. However, he vastly underestimates how the new-found power will corrupt them and cause them to turn on each other…and him. With colour-coded troops and a Gustav Mahler–inspired film score by Toru Takemitsu, the battle sequences are magnificent and majestic in scope. Don't miss this rare chance to see one of the world’s cinematic masterpieces on the big screen.

Mr. Fox at the Fox! Spend the afternoon with the cleverest, quickest, nimblest, and most exceptionally well-dressed wild animal you'll ever meet! After 12 years of bucolic bliss, Mr. Fox (George Clooney) breaks a promise to his wife (Meryl Streep) and raids the farms of their human neighbours. Giving in to his animal instincts endangers not only his marriage but also the lives of his family and their animal friends so when the farmers force Mr. Fox and company deep underground, he has to resort to his natural craftiness to rise above the opposition. Wes Anderson’s charming adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic children’s novel is meticulously crafted, utilizing traditional stop-motion techniques such as puppetry and practical effects. Don't miss this modern classic!

With Joel Westheimer in attendance! Don’t let her small stature fool you. At under five feet tall, Dr. Ruth Westheimer was a force. Fuelled by both a fierce survival instinct and a deep curiosity about human nature, the voice behind the landmark radio show "Sexually Speaking" became one of the fiercest advocates for sexual health and LGBTQ rights of the century. Filmmaker Ryan White captures Dr. Ruth’s exuberant personality as she hopscotches from speaking engagements to TV and radio appearances. Her infectious energy is coloured with an arresting openness that is joyous and non-judgmental. Alongside her optimism, however, is the spectre of her childhood as an orphan of the Holocaust. The tragic loss of her family shaped how she would eventually embrace the world. Don't miss this inspiring and entertaining portrait of a trailblazer who emerged from true darkness to bring light to so many people. And stick around after the film for a special Q&A with Dr. Ruth's son, Joel Westheimer!

Full of charm, wit, and a true affection for the work it takes inspiration from, Laura Piani’s debut feature is a contemporary romantic comedy that fans of Jane Austen and rom-coms alike have been eagerly anticipating! Agathe (Camille Rutherford) is a hopelessly clumsy yet charming young woman who works in the legendary Shakespeare & Co. bookshop in Paris, while she dreams of being a successful writer, and of experiencing love akin to a Jane Austen novel, she finds herself desperately single and plagued by writers block. When Agathe’s best friend (Pablo Pauly) gets her invited to the Jane Austen Writers' Residency in England, she finally has her Jane Austen moment…and is caught in a very unexpected romantic triangle. Agathe must let go of her insecurities to decide what she really wants for herself, and to achieve her romantic and professional dreams.

Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.

Zoinks! Hop into the Mystery Machine and join us for a night of spooktacular, spectacular adventure hosted by VaJayJay Abrams with Special Guest Rosie (Call Me Mother Season 1)! That's right! It's the return of our favourite Reel Drag screening series! Featuring a phantasmagorical pre-show performance from our guests PLUS a screening of the 2002 cult classic. Costumes encouraged! Two years after a clash of egos forced Mystery Inc. to close its doors, Scooby-Doo and his clever crime-solving cohorts Fred (Freddie Prinze Jr.), Daphne (Sarah Michelle Gellar), Shaggy (Matthew Lillard) and Velma (Linda Cardellini) are individually summoned to Spooky Island to investigate a series of paranormal incidents at the ultra-hip Spring Break hot spot. Before the supernatural secrets scare away the college crowd, the gang must crack the case, save themselves and, possibly, the world! Scooby-Doobie-Dooooo! Event pricing in effect.

DOGMA is a satirical fantasy comedy that follows two fallen angels, Bartleby and Loki, who discover a loophole that would allow them to return to Heaven, which would inadvertently undo the creation of the universe. A woman named Bethany, who is struggling with her faith, is tasked with stopping them before their plan succeeds. Along the way, she is joined by various characters, including a muse, a seraphim, and a group of unlikely allies, all as they battle against the forces of heaven and hell. Directed by Kevin Smith, the film combines dark humour, theological questions, and absurdity to explore topics of faith, redemption, and religious mythology. After 25 years off the market, DOGMA serves to be a CULT CLASSIC with fans, and this new 4K remaster also includes exclusive bonus content only available in theatres.

It's the unluckiest day on the calendar and that means it's time to check in with our favourite goalie mask-wearing murderer Jason Vorhees! This time, he's taking a little vacation and is ready to paint the town red! High school senior Rennie Wickham is in for the ride of her life – and possibly her death – when she and her classmates take a graduation cruise bound for New York City. Little do they know that the newly returned from the dead Jason is a stowaway who quickly transforms the teen-filled “love boat” celebration into the ultimate voyage of the damned! Only a few survivors reach New York, where the bloody rampage spills into the gritty streets and subways of Manhattan in a deadly game of hide-and-seek – leading to a toxic confrontation with Jason for one last, final time. Friday the 13th may not be their lucky day, but it could be yours if you come to the Fox for a fun night of horror and mayhem!

Get ready for the second installment of the Silents Synced series brings you an extraordinary fusion of music and cinema! This time, we’re celebrating the iconic albums "Monster" and "New Adventures in Hi-Fi" by the legendary band R.E.M., paired with the timeless silent film masterpiece "Sherlock Jr.". Starring Buster Keaton as a film projectionist who dreams of becoming a detective, he uses his limited skills when he is framed by a rival for stealing his girlfriend's father's pocket watch. Silents Synced is mixing classic silent films with epic rock music. This idea comes from an indie cinema owner who wants to keep independent theaters and drive-ins alive. Whether you're a movie lover or a rock fan, this experience is for you! Don't miss out on a night of film and music!

Prepare to learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about sentient flames, rebellious bicycles, and workplace dismemberment. THE SCARE FILM ARCHIVES VOLUME 2: DANGER STORIES collects the best-of-the-best educational safety-scare films from the twentieth century. Lovingly curated from Something Weird’s vaults and beyond, these surrealist visions have been preserved from original 16mm prints that were inflicted upon children in classrooms across America.

New uncut 4K Restoration! Shohei Sugiyama (Koji Yakusho) seems to have it all - a high-paying job as an accountant, a beautiful home, a caring wife and a doting daughter he loves dearly. However, he feels something is missing in his life. One day while commuting on the train he spots a beautiful woman staring wistfully out a window and eventually decides to find her. His search leads him head-first into the world of competitive ballroom dancing. An “infinitely touching" (Washington Post) modern classic from director Masayuki Suo, "Shall We Dance?" is a feel-good romantic comedy that "will sweep you off your feet" (Austin Chronicle). A box office sensation in North America upon its initial release (which led to a Hollywood remake with Richard Gere), we're proud to present this new 4K restoration of the original 137-minute film, available uncut for the first time in North America.

Got a sweet tooth? We've got some sugar for ya! Join us for a Pride month celebration featuring one of the all-time great contemporary rock musicals and a themed pre-show performance from Boylesque TO, Canada's premier Boylesque troupe! In 2001, John Cameron Mitchell's adaptation of his own off-Broadway musical burst onto the scene and into the hearts of misfits everywhere. Mitchell plays the East German transgender rock star who stands before us "in a divide between East and West, man and woman, slavery and freedom, top and bottom." And you'd better not try to tear her down. With endlessly catchy songs, a wicked little sense of humour, and a message about staying true to yourself no matter what the world tries to take from you, it's become a beacon for the LGBT community and for anyone who has ever felt out of place. So put on some makeup, turn up the 8-track, and come rock out with us! *Event pricing in effect!

70th Anniversary screening! It’s Cain and Abel on the California coast in Elia Kazan’s intensely emotional CinemaScope period drama adapted from John Steinbeck’s 1952 epic of the same name. In the Salinas Valley, Cal Trask (James Dean) feels he must compete against overwhelming odds with his brother Aron (Richard Davalos) for the love of their pious father Adam (Raymond Massey). Carl is frustrated at every turn, from his reaction to the war, to how to get ahead in business and in life, to how to relate to his estranged mother (Jo Van Fleet), who presides over a Monterey brothel. Set at a time when America was about to enter World War I, the familial conflicts foreshadow a world in crisis. Dean’s performance earned one of the film’s four Academy Award nominations, and East of Eden has the notoriety of being the only film Dean appears in that was released before he died, the only one he got to see in its entirety.

Who's ready for a 1980s-style pyjama party?! The next film in our Slumber Party series is the original high school comedy. The wild world of adolescence has rarely been captured with as sharp an observational eye as in this refreshingly smart, frank spin on coming-of-age comedy by director Amy Heckerling and screenwriter Cameron Crowe. Based on Crowe’s experiences going undercover as a student at a Southern California high school, it's a raunchy and painfully funny look at teen existence: the mall hangouts, fast-food jobs, buzzkill teachers, awkward dates, and first experiences of love and sex. This pop-culture touchstone also introduced an entire cast of unknowns—including Jennifer Jason Leigh, Phoebe Cates, Judge Reinhold, Forest Whitaker, Anthony Edwards, Eric Stoltz, and Sean Penn as stoner icon Jeff Spicoli—and broke new ground in its raw yet sensitive depiction of the realities of coming of age. So put on your jammies and, in the immortal words of Spicoli, "Let’s party!"

New 4K Restoration! Fresh off the breakout success of "Welcome to the Dollhouse", writer-director Todd Solondz took a career-defining chance with this shockingly funny and upsetting story about the hopes, secrets, and misfortunes of a New Jersey family and those unlucky enough to be sucked into their orbit. An extraordinary ensemble cast—including Philip Seymour Hoffman, Jane Adams, Lara Flynn Boyle, Ben Gazzara, and Dylan Baker—embodies an array of loosely connected New Jersey deviants, depressives, and misfits, among them a frustrated phone-sex pest, an all-American dad concealing his pedophilic urges, and a lonely woman with a grisly secret, all of whom want just one thing: to be loved. One of the most controversial films of the 1990s, the unflinching "Happiness" unnerves precisely because it dares to see the humanity in those most often denied it.

In this debut feature by Writer-Director Zia Mohajerjasbi; Robel Haile, an Eritrean-American boy of 15, embarks on an errand to deliver a huge and heavy suitcase across town destined for a sick family member in his parents' homeland. He enlists the help of his best friend Fahmi Tadesse, when an unexpected turn transmutes his simple task into an odyssey across the rapidly gentrifying city of Seattle; navigating directions to make his delivery on time, along with the challenges of familial responsibility, self identification, and dislocation amid the ongoing redevelopment and economic displacement of the only community he's ever known as home.

The latest from Writer/Director Wes Anderson ("Asteroid City,""The Royal Tenenbaums") "The Phoenician Scheme" is the story of a family and a family business. Starring Benicio del Toro as Zsa-zsa Korda, one of the richest men in Europe; Mia Threapleton as Liesl, his daughter/a nun; Michael Cera as Bjorn, their tutor. With Riz Ahmed, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Mathieu Amalric, Richard Ayoade, Jeffrey Wright, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rupert Friend, Hope Davis.