By Janet Grant The latest family adventure, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip, takes the beloved 2014 film’s unlucky charm and elevates it to new heights. This time, the Garcia family swaps their suburban misadventures for a cursed road trip to Mexico City—and the result is a wild, albeit uneven, […]
By Janet Grant Disney’s latest live-action adaptation, Snow White, brings the beloved 1937 animated classic to life with a new perspective. The film dazzles with stunning visuals and impressive performances, yet it struggles to balance honouring the original and telling a contemporary new story. The film’s outstanding visuals feature the enchanted forest and lifelike CGI […]
The 13th Annual Toronto Black Film Festival (TBFF), Canada’s premier celebration of Black cinema during Black History Month, took place from February 12-17, 2025, honouring legendary actor Ernie Hudson with the 2025 Career Achievement Award. Hudson, best known for his iconic role in the Ghostbusters series, has made significant contributions to film and television throughout […]
February marks Black History Month, a time dedicated to honoring and reflecting on the significant contributions of Black Canadians and their communities. To commemorate this, a powerful collection of Canadian documentaries highlights eight unique stories that delve into the Black experience in Canada. These films explore various aspects of this journey, from the history of […]
By Kojo Photos by: Gerard Richardson The Black Academy, in partnership with Insight Productions, has announced the 11 participants and mentors for the third edition of its Skills Development Program. Launched in 2022, the program aims to increase Black representation in Canada’s screen industry while empowering emerging Black Canadian talent to develop sustainable careers. The […]
By Janet Grant “A Complete Unknown” is a mesmerizing and beautifully crafted portrait of Bob Dylan’s early years. It is not just a film but also a journey that authentically captures his meteoric rise and ignites cultural revolutions. With exquisite direction, Mangold brings to life the grit and electricity of New York’s folk scene and […]
Janet Grant Michael Keaton shines in “Goodrich,” now in theatres as of October 18, 2024 There’s no way to avoid the resemblances of this film to one of Keaton’s biggest past successes, Mr. Mom, but it’s consistently more intelligent and original. Written & Directed by: Hallie Meyers-ShyerStarring: Michael Keaton, Mila Kunis, Carmen Ejogo, Michael Urie, […]
The 19th Annual CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF) wrapped up on September 15th, 2024, with a celebration of the festival’s award recipients, marking another successful year of showcasing Caribbean storytelling and talent. This year’s festival featured an impressive lineup of films, reflecting the diverse voices and cultures of the Caribbean diaspora. The top honor of […]
By Neil Armstrong A Canadian documentary about mothering that had its world premiere at the recently held Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival and was well supported will be featured in the upcoming Inside Out Toronto 2SLGBTQ+ Film Festival. Not only did the film’s producer Alison Duke win an award at the festival for “A […]
By Stephen Weir If you don’t mind watching movies on your Iphone, Ipad or computer, there is good news. The annual Caribbean Tales Film Festival (CTFF) didn’t end on Sunday. While the curtain has fallen for films shown at the Harbourfront, there are still movies to watch on the CTFF website for the next week. […]
