Stories We Told

A Canadian documentary rewind series. This monthly showcase presents celebrated and award-winning Canadian documentary gems of the past, giving audiences an opportunity to rediscover acclaimed films and filmmaking talent in a theatrical setting. Curated by Hot Docs Cinema lead programmer Vivian Belik.

Series runs Starts January 25

Sunday, January 25, 6:30 PM

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Project Grizzly - 30th Anniversary

Our new Canadian doc rewind series kicks off with Peter Lynch to screen and discuss his 1996 cult classic.

Join us for a special post-screening discussion on the 30th year legacy of Project Grizzly with director Peter Lynch.

D. Peter Lynch
Canada
1996
72 min

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Sunday, February 22, 4:00 PM

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Unarmed Verses

12-year old Francine Valentine uses creative expression to help endure struggles as her family faces eviction from their low-income home.

Tickets available on January 22.

D. Charles Officer
Canada
2017
86 min

Sunday, March 22, 6:30 PM

The Prison in Twelve Landscapes

A sharp and imaginative deconstruction of America’s prison-industrial complex that charts the invisible links between mass incarceration and American life.

Tickets available on January 22.

D. Brett Story
Canada & USA
2016
87 min

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