Movie Notes

At a time when the B.C. film industry has been facing serious challenges, the Vancouver International Film Festival plans to give B.C. filmmakers an extra boost of prominence and support.
If the style of acting in silent films looks a little funny to you, UBC associate professor of piano Sara Davis
Ani Kyd’s directorial debut, the 2011 short film “I Love You… I Am the Porn Queen”, will screen on June 17, as part of Jello Biafra’s 55th-birthday celebration.
Radio-Canada is reneging on its rebranding plans.
There were more than a few shots taken at B.C. Premier Christy Clark during the 15th annual Leo Awards gala.
Alas, in what has become a regular occurance, Metro Vancouver may be losing yet another movie theatre.
Says Suzanne Lloyd: "It’s probably the most iconic image of silent film, that clock.”
If you unexpectedly found yourself swarmed by b-boys and b-girls breaking moves on Granville Street on June 6,
Whether it’s 20-foot-high ceilings or extravagant candy-coloured visuals, Japanese film aficionado Chris MaGee relishes the unusual extremes of Japanese cinema.
His vision for the Chinatown Night Market in the 100 block of Keefer Street in Chinatown marks a significant departure from its past 17 years.