See
Review: The Daisy Theatre
Tour de force of puppeteering, Ronnie Burkett brings many characters to life. [read on]
Month: February 2018
Interview
Second Time’s the Charm for Kim Churchill
It takes a lot of determination for an artist to discard a completed work, yet this is exactly what Australian songwriter Kim Churchill did, before coming up with what became his latest record ‘Weight_Falls’. “I [read on]
Interview
Third Space Brings French and English Theatre Together
Check out this bilingual production of The Maids by this Montreal company. [read on]
Review
Born in Flames: A Classic Rises from the Ashes
Lizzie Borden’s 1983 film explores social issues, freedom of speech, and violence through a feminist lens. [read on]
Review
Sherlock Holmes Escape Room Game
The Ministry of Cricket and Other Homeless Sports of Montreal has a new escape game to test. [read on]
Hear
“Lose It” is Retro Yet Modern Synth-Rock from Danielle Duval
Danielle Duval’s new album “Lose It” is a 2-for-1 deal of sorts, as it feels like two 5-track EPs joined at the hip. The Montreal native (who now lives in Toronto) and talented producer Gus [read on]
Review
The 15:17 to Paris: Underwhelming Fare from Clint Eastwood
This film based on the true story of a prevented terrorist attack in 2015 does not do the story justice. [read on]
Interview
Interview with Laura Flynn of Get Your Shuffle On
A quick peek into the creative process behind the Fringe show of the well-spoken Irish born actress who has made Montreal her home. [read on]
Review
Black Panther: Wakanda Is Brought to Life
The newest Marvel movie is exciting, engaging, and full of great performances. [read on]
Review
PADMAN: The Unlikely Superhero
This new film tells the story of a man tackling the taboo subject of menstrual hygiene with full force. [read on]
& Other Quebec Curios
1944: The End of Godbout & Other Quebec Curios
The 1944 election saw old and new brought together. The first provincial election in which women could vote and where there were not only one but two new political parties that won seats, the election [read on]
Review
Oscar-Nominated Documentary Shorts Programming at Cinema Du Parc
Catch the nominees in the short documentary category before this year’s Academy Awards! [read on]
Review
Review: The Cloverfield Paradox
The newest instalment of the Cloverfield series, released on Netflix, is disappointing. [read on]
Review
Oscar-Nominated Animated Shorts at Cinema du Parc
Catch the programming of the animated short film nominations ahead of the Academy Awards on March 4th! [read on]
& Other Quebec Curios
1943: Montreal and the Atomic Bomb & Other Quebec Curios
The race to create an atomic bomb started shortly after World War II began, with the United States spearheading the Manhattan Project. The USSR, acting on intelligence that the United States was starting research on [read on]
Review
From Padmavati to Padmaavat
A review of the latest Bhansali film, aside from the controversy. [read on]
Interview
But First, Let Me Take a Selfie!
“Perfect Skin” Exhibit Opens at Diagonale Gallery
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Review
Review: Antigone Forever
With an outstanding cast and careful attention to everything from lighting to music, this Antigone is worth watching. [read on]
Interview
Interview With Antigone Director Anton Golikov of Raise the Stakes
The ancient Greek tragedy Antigone will be presented by Raise the Stakes at the Westmount Park United Church [read on]
& Other Quebec Curios
1941: Godbout and Conscription & Other Quebec Curios
The issue of conscription, an issue that was almost inherent in the consciousness of many French Canadians, had brought along many consequences: in recent memory, Maurice Duplessis’ snap election that elected Adélard Godbout and the [read on]