The Georgia Straight proudly sponsors Boychoir at VIFF 2014

The Vancouver International Film Festival presents two screenings of Boychoir, a new feature film starring Dustin Hoffman, at the Centre for Performing Arts (777 Homer Street) on October 5 at 6:30 p.m. and October 7 at 4 p.m.

The film directed by Francois Girard, of The Red Violin fame, sees newcomer Garrett Wareing go toe-to-toe with veteran actor Hoffman. Boychoir tells the story of a determined, angel-voiced loner who elicits jealousy from his fellow students while earning the respect of a strict choirmaster at the prestigious American Boychoir School.

Boychoir features sublime choral performances and spiralling drama in a fierce battle of the wills. The film also stars Kathy Bates, Eddie Izzard, and Debra Winger.

Tickets to Boychoir are $9 to $13 and can be purchased online or at any of VIFF’s box offices in advance.