Movies
Manitoba film industry highlighting local talent
By Alison MacKinnon Digital Journalist
Manitoba’s film industry is experiencing a boom, thanks to historic relationship and a provincial tax credit for production companies Continue reading
Over 4 decades into her career, Alberta’s Tantoo Cardinal finally stars in leading film role
Acclaimed actress Tantoo Cardinal has been in more than 100 screen projects, yet she’s just now enjoying her first leading role in a film. Continue reading
Jordan Peele’s second film, ‘Us,’ breaks records with $70.3M opening
It was the largest debut for an original horror film (only the “It” remake and last year’s “Halloween” have surpassed it in the genre) and one of the highest openings for a live-action original film since “Avatar” was released 10 years ago. Continue reading
Lawsuits hit Canadians accused of illegal downloading, uploading of movies
By Sean O’Shea Consumer Reporter
About 3,400 Canadians are facing legal actions in Federal court launched by a prestigious Toronto law firm on behalf of U.S. movie production companies attempting to enforce their copyright claims. Continue reading
Weekend box office: McConaughey’s ‘Serenity’ flops while ‘Glass’ cracks No. 1 again
Matthew McConaughey notched one of the worst debuts of his career. Continue reading
On the Radar: Our January entertainment picks
We’ve got the latest TV shows, movies, books and more — all coming out in January. Continue reading
Film, television production at Kingston Penitentiary on the table
By Mike Postovit Videographer
From big house to movie set, Kingston Penitentiary is expected to play a starring role in future movies and television series. Continue reading
Toronto-based artist lands movie and TV deal for comic book series
By Mark Carcasole Anchor/Reporter
Canadian artist and author Jeff Lemire co-created the award-winning comic book series “Black Hammer” with British artist Dean Ormston. Now the two have signed a deal to bring it to screens with the same media company that produced the “Dark Knight” trilogy. Continue reading
Reboot of Weyburn movie theatre being discussed
It’s been nearly a year since the Soo Theatre in Weyburn shut down, but the idea of bringing back a movie theatre is circulating around the city. Continue reading
Cineplex testing paid Scene Gold loyalty program with extra perks in Edmonton
For $6.99 a month, Scene Gold offers moviegoers more points, access to priority concession lines, once-a-week free upgrades to premium screenings and no-cost upgrades on popcorn and drinks. Continue reading