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  • Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe

    Main

    Wednesday Apr 17, 2024 at 4:00pm
    90 minutes

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    For so many Canadians, Ernie Coombs and his character Mr. Dressup was an enduring childhood fixture, promoting the power of creativity, play and imagination. This heartwarming documentary traces the roots of this universally celebrated and uniquely Canadian children’s programme, its enduring legacy, and how it stayed true to its aim throughout its run of almost 30 years. Winner of the People’s Choice Award for Best Documentary at TIFF, Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe is an absolute crowd-pleaser that is sure to bring a tear to your eye.

    “The Magic of Make-Believe not only serves as a reminder of the joy Coombs brought to our young lives, but it also emphasizes the need for Mr. Dressup's patience and kindness today more than ever.”

    – Rachel Ho, Exclaim!

    2023. 90 min. English.
  • National Canadian Film Day 2024

    National Canadian Film Day - Score: A Hockey Musical

    Nepean Centrepointe

    Wednesday Apr 17, 2024 at 6:00pm
    105 minutes

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    Not your average film about hockey, nor your average musical, Score delivers loads of action, laughs and romance. Seventeen-year-old Farley (Noah Reid) has the stick-handling skills of the next Sidney Crosby – not that Farley has any idea who Crosby is.  

    He’s led a sheltered life, home-schooled by parents (Olivia Newton-John and Marc Jordan) whose idea of extra-curricular activities are trips to an art gallery or an ashram.

    His only real friend is Eve (Allie MacDonald), the girl who’s lived next door nearly his entire life. Much to the dismay of his parents, Farley loves to play shinny with the local rink rats (Dave Bidini and Hawksley Workman, among others). When the coach of a local hockey team (Stephen McHattie) spots him, Farley is drawn into the seductive hockey arena – while trying to stay true to his non-violent principles and juggling an ever-changing relationship with Eve.

    Rated: PG
    Run time: 93 minutes

    In partnership with REEL CANADA
  • Star Wars: The Force Awakens

    Movie Matinée: The Force Awakens

    Beaverbrook

    Saturday May 04, 2024 at 2:00pm
    135 minutes

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    Celebrate "May the 4th Be With You" with a screening of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens.

    Thirty years after the defeat of the Galactic Empire, Han Solo and his young allies face a new threat from the evil Kylo Ren and the First Order. 

    Rated PG.

  • Family Movies: Encanto (2021)

    St-Laurent

    Saturday May 11, 2024 at 2:00pm
    90 minutes

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    Come watch a FREE screening of fun, family-friendly movies at the St-Laurent Library. Popcorn and snacks provided. All ages are welcome.​​

    Encanto (2021) 1 h 30 min - PG​

    Saturday, May 11 at 2 p.m.​

    Le film sera visionné en anglais ​/ Movie will be shown in English

    The Madrigals live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift from super strength to the power to heal, every child except one, Mirabel. But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family's last hope.
  • National Canadian Film Day 2024

    National Canadian Film Day - Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-believe

    Nepean Centrepointe

    Friday May 17, 2024 at 2:30pm
    90 minutes

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    Join us to celebrate National Canadian Film Day by watching Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe.

    Based on the life and career of legendary Canadian children’s entertainer Ernie Coombs—or, as he is more commonly known by millions of fans, Mr. Dressup. The documentary celebrates the origins and history of one of Canada’s most beloved CBC children shows, Mr. Dressup, which enriched the lives of five generations.

    Rated: PG
    Run time: 90 minutes

    In partnership with REEL CANADA