By Zach Green, October 7 2016 —
Long movies and I don’t generally get along. If a movie is longer than it needs to be, I get horribly impatient. So when a film can keep me engaged for three hours, … Read the rest
By Aisouda Savadlou, October 7 2016 —
One of the headliners in the Calgary International Film Festival was Paterson — the latest film from director Jim Jarmusch starring Adam Driver and Iranian actress Golshifteh Farahani.
The film carried high expectations … Read the rest
By Joie Atejira, October 7 2016 —
Following the 2014 feature Clouds of Sils Maria, Kristen Stewart reprises a personal assistant role in another film by Olivier Assayas. This time, Stewart is at the centre of a film that is … Read the rest
By Rachel Woodward, September 27 2016 —
For his breakout into film, Michael Curtis Johnson wrote and directed the feature Hunky Dory, a modern tale of love, addiction and family. The film was featured at this year’s Calgary International Film … Read the rest
By Zach Green, September 27 2016 —
At just 27-years old, Québecois director Xavier Dolan has had an extraordinary career. The Canadian marvel has already directed six films and is considered one of Canada’s most treasured directors. Dolan’s newest release, … Read the rest
By Aisouda Savadlou, September 27 2016 —
The official Canadian Gala selection for this year’s Calgary International Film Festival was — as promised — very Canadian.
Two Lovers and a Bear features Canadian director Kim Nguyen and stars Canadian Emmy … Read the rest
We discuss the University of Calgary’s recent influx of funding and Scott talks with a Standard prof who specializes in stress. Then, Emilie and Rachel preview the Calgary International Film Festival and make some movie picks before Emilie chats with … Read the rest
By Melanie Bethune, October 2 2014 —
The Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) proved again this year that nothing beats a night out at the movies.
After a thrilling 11 days of original film, the renowned festival wrapped up its … Read the rest
By Melanie Bethune, September 25 2014 —
There’s a sense of innocence lost when a favourite character is unmasked. Subconsciously, we all know that underneath the furry head of a mascot, there’s a living person giving life to this outward … Read the rest
By Connor Sadler, September 18 2014 —
Losing your virginity is usually awkward and terrible, but when your parents are planning to use you as a virgin sacrifice for their satanic cult, losing your v-card becomes a life-or-death necessity.
Teen … Read the rest
