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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.

Stories We Told is generously supported by Diane Blake and Stephen Smith.


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Thursday, June 25, 6:30 PM

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Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World

D: Catherine Bainbridge, Alfonso Maiorana | Canada | 2017 | 102 min

Celebrate the musical contribution and overlooked influence of Indigenous people on popular music and the groundbreaking musicians who helped shape the soundtracks of our lives.

Sunday, July 26, 7:00 PM

Glenn Gould playing piano

Glenn Gould: On and Off the Record

D: Roman Kroitor, Wolf Koenig | Canada | 1959 | 59 min

Two classic Canadian documentaries show different sides of the legendary Canadian pianist.

The feature will be preceded by MADE | NOUS: Stories That MADE Us episode 1:

Cross-Canada Road Trip with George Stroumboulopoulos (D: Alex Craig | Canada | 19 min)

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