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7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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Suze

Wednesday, May 15th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

93 mins | 2023 | Canada
Dir: Dane Clark, Linsey Stewart
Language: English

Suze

On Wednesday, May 15th, join us at the Capitol Centre for a one-night-only screening of SUZE, the new Canadian comedy/drama from Directors Dane Clark and Linsey Stewart, starring Charlie Gillespie and former SNL Alumni, Michaela Watkins.

When her only daughter leaves for college, Suze, a single mom who has lost her purpose, gets stuck taking care of her daughter’s heartbroken ex-boyfriend who she can’t stand. On her journey of self-discovery, Suze discovers what living purposefully really looks like, while making an unlikely bond along the way.

“Suze, much like the lesson instilled upon Susan and Gage about faulty first perceptions, should not be judged by its cover; dig deep and viewers will discover a tale of the transformative power of unlikely relationships and connection, and how a shared experience can allow one to rediscover their purpose.”
– Sarah Regan, Exclaim!

“The on-screen chemistry of Watkins and Gillespie is infectious. They elevate the characters Suze and Gage and explore a dynamic that we don’t usually see on screen . . . not like this. This is proof that two actors can make each other better on screen.”
– Keith Whittier, Ottawa Life

“Michaela Watkins soars as empty-nester mom who forges unlikely friendship with ditzy teen boy”
– Teghan Beaudette, CBC News

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WILDCAT https://northbayfilm.ca/wildcat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wildcat Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:32 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=1055 Wednesday, September 18th
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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WILDCAT

Wednesday, September 18th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

108 mins | 2023 | USA
Dir: Ethan Hawke
Language: English

Wildcat

In 1950, Flannery (Maya Hawke) visits her mother Regina (Laura Linney) in Georgia when she is diagnosed with lupus at twenty-four years old. Struggling with the same disease that took her father’s life when she was a child and desperate to make her mark as a great writer, this crisis pitches her imagination into a feverish exploration of belief. As she dives deeper into her craft, the lines between reality, imagination, and faith begin to blur, allowing Flannery to ultimately come to peace with her situation and heal a strained relationship with her mother.

 
Tickets are available at the door.
General Admission: $12
North Bay Film Members: $10
Students: $5

“It’s a soulful, pointed and unconventional grappling with the mysteries of the deeply Catholic, norm-shattering Georgia native’s life and work.”
– Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times

“Ethan Hawke attempts to breathe new life into the biopic structure with mixed results in “Wildcat.” What is certain is that he’s drawn a rich and multilayered performance from his daughter, Maya Hawke, in the starring role”
– Christy Lemire, RogerEbert.com

“Maya Hawke transforms from her Stranger Things It Girl persona to the plain, physically ailing and eccentric genius, delivering a nuanced performance.”
– Tracy Heightchew, CityBeat.com

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WITH LOVE AND A MAJOR ORGAN https://northbayfilm.ca/with-love-and-a-major-organ/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=with-love-and-a-major-organ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:54 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=1057 Wednesday, October 2nd
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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With Love and a Major Organ

Wednesday, October 2nd

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

91 mins | 2023 | Canada
Dir: Kim Albright
Language: English

With Love and a Major Organ

In a world where everyone’s heart is an object and there’s a strong societal pressure to dampen emotion, lonely Virtual Insurance broker Anabel (Anna Maguire) always follows her heart. 

At odds with this overly pragmatic society, and after a series of devastating emotional blows, she rips her heart from her chest and gives it to a man she’s fallen for, the strangely unfeeling George (Hamza Haq). Unburdened by her unique yet cumbersome heart, Anabel finds life easier.

George, on the other hand, begins to feel everything, to the shock of his overbearing mother, Mona (Veena Sood). Anabel soon realizes she needs to get her heart back if she’s going to survive.

 
Tickets are available at the door.
General Admission: $12
North Bay Film Members: $10
Students: $5

“With Love and A Major Organ is a sparkling debut for Albright and a wonderful piece of independent cinema that keeps its world alive and relevant. It speaks to what life means and how difficult it can be to navigate, especially if you are sensitive. One can predict a vivid future for Kim Albright because her heart is most certainly in the right place.”
– Nadine Whitney, The Curb

“A unique love story… Artistic without seeming overly stylised, and the script is beautifully poetic.”
– Jules Cabot, AIPT

“Charming, playful, and at times painful… For anyone who has ever been in love, and even more so, felt the deep pain of losing it, this film is sure to strike a chord. Optimistic, realistic, a whimsical manifestation of the emotional pains we all suffer, With Love and a Major Organ is one from the heart, whatever shape yours takes.”
– J Hurtado, Screen Anarchy

 

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THELMA https://northbayfilm.ca/thelma/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=thelma Sun, 28 Apr 2024 00:00:55 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=1056 Wednesday, October 16th
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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Thelma

Wednesday, October 16th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

98 mins | 2024 | USA
Dir: Josh Margolin
Language: English

THELMA

When 93-year-old Thelma Post (June Squibb) gets scammed by someone pretending to be her grandson, she refuses to be just another victim. Tenacious and determined, Thelma embarks on a wild adventure across the city, teaming up with a friend and his motorized scooter to reclaim what was taken from her.

 
Tickets are available at the door.
General Admission: $12
North Bay Film Members: $10
Students: $5

“The film reflects on issues of aging and autonomy with a mostly light touch, its protagonist making a strong case for the enduring spirit of elderly folks too often infantilized by both society and their loved ones.”
– David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter

“Thelma is a totally pure delight that gives June Squibb a much-deserved leading role. Her and Roundtree are fabulously paired and Margolin’s script is breezy and sharp in equal measure. You’ll want to see this with your best friend, your parents, and, yes, your grandma.”
– Kristen Lopez, The Wrap

“Margolin’s directorial debut is often super entertaining with just enough style and patience to avoid the trappings of a broad, studio endeavor. It also has a ton to say about senior autonomy, aging, ageism (two very different things), and the bonds between family members, young and old.”
– Gregory Ellwood, The Playlist

 

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WE LIVE IN TIME https://northbayfilm.ca/we-live-in-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=we-live-in-time Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=1077 Wednesday, December 18th
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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We Live In Time

Wednesday, December 18th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

108 mins | 2024 | France, United Kingdom
Dir: John Crowley
Language: English

We Live In Time

We Live in Time, directed by John Crowley and written by Nick Payne, is an inventively structured romance featuring exceptional performances by Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield. The film explores the fleeting nature of time through the lives of Almut (Pugh) and Tobias (Garfield), whose relationship is marked by extraordinary moments—from a meet-cute car accident to a gastronomical competition. Alternating between three timelines, the story delves into the collision of memory and present experience, heightened by Almut’s sobering medical diagnosis, which raises profound questions about living fully. Pugh dazzles as a determined young woman balancing personal and professional ambitions, while Garfield delivers a career-best performance as a deeply emotive partner, making this intricately told tale a poignant reflection on time’s relentless march.

 
Tickets are available at the door.
General Admission: $12
North Bay Film Members: $10
Students: $5

“It’s such a joy to watch two such assured and natural performers allowed the room to exercise both movie star and actor muscles as well as showcase their ease with both comedy and drama.”
Benjamin Lee, The Guardian

“With Pugh and Garfield leading this tremendous love story, We Live in Time becomes one of the best movie romances in years, and proves that few filmmakers can present the power of love quite like Crowley can.”
– Ross Bonamine, Collider

“Pugh’s fierceness and Garfield’s ready access to emotion make them a good match; the dialogue is witty and it’s a pleasure just to listen to them talk. Most importantly, everyone involved is serious about and committed to and yes, in love with the story.”
– Johanna Schneller, The Globe and Mail

 

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PERFECT DAYS https://northbayfilm.ca/perfect-days/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=perfect-days Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=696 Wednesday, April 10th
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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Perfect Days

Wednesday, April 10th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

124 mins | 2023 | Japan, Germany
Dir:
Language: Japanese

Perfect Days

On Wednesday, April 10th, join us at the Capitol Centre for a one-night-only screening of PERFECT DAYS, a beautiful tale woven by master German filmmaker Wim Wenders and acclaimed Japanese actor Koji Yakusho.

Hirayama feels content with his life as a toilet cleaner in Tokyo. Outside of his structured routine, he cherishes music on cassette tapes, reads books and takes photos. Through unexpected encounters, he reflects on finding beauty in the world. Koji Yakusho was awarded Best Actor at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival for his performance.

“There is real joy in how this man lives perpetually in the moment, embracing the small, unassuming pleasures of the present.”
– David Fear, Rolling Stone
 
“The director has crafted a film of deceptive simplicity, observing the tiny details of a routine existence with such clarity, soulfulness and empathy that they build a cumulative emotional power almost without you noticing.”
– David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter
 
“Perfect Days is another masterwork from Wenders, a recognition of life’s curiosities, the small details that make it all worthwhile, and finding beauty in the overlooked things in life.”

– Ross Bonaime, Collider

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ORIGIN https://northbayfilm.ca/origin/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=origin Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=615 Wednesday, March 27th
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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Origin

Wednesday, March 27th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

141 mins | 2023 | United States
Dir: Ava DuVernay
Language: English

Origin

On Wednesday, March 27th, join us at the Capitol Centre for a one-night-only screening of ORIGIN, the acclaimed new film by award-winning writer-director Ava DuVernay, starring Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Jon Bernthal.
 
ORIGIN chronicles the tragedy and triumph of Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Isabel Wilkerson as she investigates a global phenomenon of epic proportions. Portrayed by Academy Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (“King Richard”), Isabel experiences unfathomable personal loss and love as she crosses continents and cultures to craft one of the defining American books of our time. Inspired by the New York Times best-seller “Caste,” ORIGIN explores the mystery of history, the wonders of romance and a fight for the future of us all.
“Rich in thought, ORIGIN is a dense, forceful masterwork, and, quite simply, the most radical film of DuVernay’s career.”
– Robert Daniels, RogerEbert.com
 
“One of the most thought-provoking movies in recent years — the kind of film you’ll find impossible to forget, the kind of film you’ll want to discuss and debate with friends and colleagues.”
– Richard Roeper, Chicago Sun-Times
 
“Led by a beautiful performance by Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, writer-director Ava DuVernay’s ORIGIN is a profoundly moving and humanistic movie.”
– Karen Gordan, Original Cin

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MEMORY https://northbayfilm.ca/memory/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=memory Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=133 Wednesday, March 6th
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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Memory

Wednesday, March 6th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

99 mins | 2023 | United States
Dir: Michel Franco
Language: English

Memory

On March 6th, join us at the Capitol Centre for a one-night-only screening of MEMORY, the acclaimed new film by writer-director Michel Franco, starring Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgaard.
 
Silvia (Jessica Chastain) works at a public home in New York City for adults struggling with mental health conditions. She leads a simple and structured life: her daughter, her job, her AA meetings. She meets Saul (Peter Sarsgaard) in the worst circumstances, after he has creepily followed her home from their high school reunion party and she finds him dripping wet and freezing outside her door the next morning. Their surprise encounter will profoundly impact both of them as they open the door to the past.
“Fueled by performances worth treasuring from Chastain and Sarsgaard, this impossible love story between a woman who can’t forget and man who can’t remember slowly works its way into your mind and heart. Filmmaker Michel Franco makes sure you’ll be moved to tears.”
– Peter Travers, ABC News
 
“This is an absorbing story, acted with superlative delicacy and maturity by Chastain and Sarsgaard.”
– Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian
 
“Chastain and Sarsgaard give a pair of haunting, expert performances as damaged people making sense of their own agony together.”
– Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire

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THE BOY AND THE HERON https://northbayfilm.ca/the-boy-and-the-heron/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-boy-and-the-heron Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=67 Wednesday, February 14th
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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The Boy and the Heron

Wednesday, February 14th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

124 mins | 2023 | Japan
Dir: Hayao Miyazaki
Language: Japanese

The Boy and the Heron

On February 14th, join us at the Capitol Centre for a one-night-only screening of THE BOY AND THE HERON.

Already acclaimed as a masterpiece in Japan, Hayao Miyazaki’s new film begins as a simple story of loss and love, and rises to a staggering work of imagination. Coming after the maker of Spirited Away and Princess Mononoke announced his retirement, The Boy and the Heron is an especially precious gift, and possibly the final film we will see from one of cinema’s greatest artists.

During the Second World War, young Mahito Maki (Soma Santoki) suffers a heartbreaking family tragedy and must move immediately to the countryside, where his father (Takuya Kimura) works for a family making planes for Japan’s military, as Miyazaki’s own father did.

Isolated, Mahito begins exploring the mysterious landscapes and encounters a grey heron, persistent in its presence. The boy also happens upon an abandoned tower. Curious, he enters. From there, The Boy and the Heron expands into a wondrous, often-startling phantasmagoria.

“This may be Miyazaki’s most expansive and magisterial film… He takes the time to deliver worlds within worlds, layers under layers, to create an overwhelming experience by the end.”
– Caryn James, BBC
 
“No one needed further proof that he’s a master. This meditation on grief and growing up does solidify the position, however, that Miyazaki remains the greatest living animator today, period.”
– David Fear, Rolling Stone
 
“If this film is Miyazaki’s true bow, it’s a magnificent final flourish that folds together many of the thematic and aesthetic threads he’s explored through his career: man’s relationship to nature, the majesty of flight, the twin pulls of love and loss. It’s stunning and inscrutable and measures among the best of his works.”
– Clint Worthington, Consequence

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PRISCILLA https://northbayfilm.ca/priscilla/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=priscilla Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://n2m2l.ca/website_ac13b63e/?p=51 Wednesday, January 17th
7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

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Priscilla

Wednesday, January 17th

7:30pm at the Capitol Centre

113 mins | 2023 | USA
Dir: Sofia Coppola
Language: English

Priscilla

North Bay Film returns to the Capitol Centre on January 17th with PRISCILLA, the acclaimed new film by visionary filmmaker Sofia Coppola.

When teenage Priscilla Beaulieu meets Elvis Presley at a party, the man who is already a meteoric rock-and-roll superstar becomes someone entirely unexpected in private moments: a thrilling crush, an ally in loneliness, a vulnerable best friend. Through Priscilla’s eyes, Sofia Coppola tells the unseen side of a great American myth in Elvis and Priscilla’s long courtship and turbulent marriage, from a German army base to his dream-world estate at Graceland, in this deeply felt and ravishingly detailed portrait of love, fantasy, and fame.

“A transportive, heartbreaking journey into the dark heart of celebrity, and Coppola’s finest film since LOST IN TRANSLATION.”
– Marlow Stern, Rolling Stone
 
“The real beauty of Priscilla is its delicate portrayal of the all-consuming fire and flood of first love, and what happens when you grow up, and begin to realize the fairytale doesn’t always have a happy ending.”
– Hannah Strong, Little White Lies
 
“Unafraid of shattering rose-tinted glasses, Coppola’s film is fierce in its subtlety, relying on Spaeney’s breathtaking performance and the inherent tragedy of Priscilla’s story to deliver a film that’s equal parts beautiful and heartbreaking.”
– Lauren Coates, AV Club

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