What's On
Only the River Flows
Wei Shujun's unpredictable neo-noir pits a detective against a serial killer terrorizing a small hamlet. The cop is not only trying to outwit the murderer, but must also deal with uncooperative villagers, inept colleagues, and his own unraveling mind.
Pedro's Shorts: Strange Way of Life + The Human Voice
Two thirty minute films of exquisite mastery from one of the greatest. Ethan Hawke and Pedro Pascal rekindle old passions in the western Strange Way of Life, while Tilda Swinton takes an axe to The Human Voice.
Relax, I'm From the Future
Rhys Darby (Flight of the Concords; What We Do in the Shadows) is Casper, a time traveller from the future who finds most people don't take him seriously. This goofy comedy probably won't change the world but it very likely will put a smile on your face.
A Brighter Tomorrow
Veteran writer-director-star Nanni Moretti plays a grouchy filmmaker who's shooting a period drama about the Italian Communist Party and who's insensitive to everyone else in this sly comedy about movies, history, politics and friendship.
Farewell My Concubine
Beginning in 1924 and spanning nearly half a century, Chen Kaige's Palme d'Or winner weaves a sumptuous narrative with ome of the most troublesome times in modern Chinese history, including Japan's 1937 invasion though to the Cultural Revolution.
Joan Baez: I Am A Noise
At the end of a 60-year career, legendary singer and activist Joan Baez takes an honest look back and a deep look inward as she tries to make sense of her large, history-making life, and the personal struggles she's kept private.
Manufacturing the Threat
Taking the entrapment of John Nuttall and Amanda Korody as its starting point, Amy Miller's doc explores police entrapment, incitement and agent provocateurs, raising alarming questions about the accountability and oversight of our security agencies.
Vivek Shraya and How to Fail as a Pop Star
The first three episodes (total running time approx 30 mins) of the new web series adapted from Vivek Shraya's autobiographical play and book, introduced by Vivek in person. Presented by VIFF and OUT ON SCREEN.
Pain Hustlers
Emily Blunt shines in this Wolf of Wall Street-style black comedy tracing the true story of how oxycontine was sold as a non-addictive pain killer, first to doctors, and then to patients.
In the Mood for Love
Wong Kar-wai's most popular film is a love story about two neighbours (Tony Leung and Maggie Cheung) who are drawn together by the long absences of their respective spouses.
Metropolis Reworked
Fritz Lang’s iconic sci-fi film METROPOLIS (1927) enters the public domain this year. Celebrate with experimental duo Magazinist’s live rescoring — an expansive soundtrack of post-industrial rhythms, analog atmospheres, and dystopian drones.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
The original and unrepeatable midnight movie cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a phenomenon unto itself and truly needs no introduction. If you're a Rocky virgin just know that you may never be the same again. Plus, seven of Vancouver's best jazz instrumentalists and a handful of eclectic singers recreate the campy, catchy soundtrack live.