Film

April 4, 2025

What’s ‘iPhone face’ and why do I care?

We’ve all thought it—some actors are just too symmetrical to be in a period piece.
April 4, 2025

‘Carnelian: Alive at Ale’ captures one of the band’s biggest shows

Carnelian’s January show at The Ale House wasn’t just a concert, it was a farewell gesture. Now, it’s a documentary.
March 7, 2025

Blue Rodeo closes KCFF with celebration of music and friendship

You know what they say, friends who become lost together, stay together.
March 7, 2025

KCFF screens ‘Universal Language,’ a surreal and heartfelt reimagining of Winnipeg through Iranian and Canadian influences

Universal Language masterfully balances surreal comedy and moving drama to tell a story of belonging.

Lost Together: A conversation with Blue Rodeo

March 7, 2025
Blue Rodeo are a pillar of the Canadian music canon, together for over 40 years, and still playing.

At KCFF, ‘Matt and Mara’ proves less is more in storytelling

March 7, 2025
With naturalistic dialogue and a minimalist approach to filmmaking, Matt and Mara shows that when it comes to effective storytelling, less is sometimes more.

‘Still Alive in Kingston’ celebrates local art and second chances at KCFF

March 7, 2025
Kingston’s music scene takes centre stage in Still Alive in Kingston.

The Academy Awards’ year of historic firsts (again)

March 7, 2025
Another year, another round of long overdue firsts at The Academy.

It’s time for award ceremonies to wrap it up

February 28, 2025
It’s an attention economy, and the distractions are doing their job.

Kingston Canadian Film Festival celebrates 25th year

February 25, 2025
The world’s largest celebration of exclusively Canadian film is back for its 25th year.

Stunning but scattered, ‘The Muleteer’ falters in portraying queer narratives

February 11, 2025
The Muleteer dazzles but stumbles in its storytelling, leaving its queer and historical themes frustratingly underdeveloped.

Hollywood’s token Black characters are a lazy attempt at diversity

February 7, 2025
Hollywood’s idea of diversity often means a single Black character with no depth, no story, and no purpose.

‘Desolation Row’ does a lot in little time

February 7, 2025
She’s an undercover cop, he’s the head of an underground drug ring. The unlikely pairing promises many twists and turns.

‘You Were There For Me’ tells inspiring story of a Canadian firefighter

January 31, 2025
Nine years ago, Mike Laughlin didn’t know if he was going to survive. Now, he shares his story.

Let the light in with Kingston’s ReelOut 2025 film festival

January 28, 2025
This year’s ReelOut film festival offers a chance to broaden perspectives and embrace the beauty of stories.

The good, the bad, and the ugly of the 2025 Best Picture nominees

January 28, 2025
One of the most sought-after awards in filmmaking, the 2025 Best Picture category leaves something to be desired compared to past award seasons.

‘Presence’ delivers a tense ghost story with unique presentation

January 24, 2025
Director Steven Soderbergh succeeds at innovating and keeping the audience guessing with Presence.

From books to blockbusters: The most anticipated book-to-screen adaptations coming in 2025

January 21, 2025
From ancient epics to dystopian futures, 2025 is set to bring some of our favourite stories to the big screen.

Arts in Brief: ReelOut festival returns for 2025

January 17, 2025
Sometimes the best things in life are free. Kingston’s favourite Irish pub, The Toucan, continues its tradition of talented live musicians, and it won’t cost you a cent.

Golden Globes highlights Hollywood’s concerning lack of originality

January 10, 2025
Viewers are tired of watching the same story redone over and over at the  expense of new, refreshing stories that could redefine the film canon.
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