TIFF Film Circuit: The Marching Band
January 16 | 7:00 PM
Our TIFF Film Circuit series continues with a screening of The Marching Band, an uplifting and heartfelt cinematic French dramedy that blends warmth, humor, and emotional depth as it explores family, identity, and the unexpected bonds that heal us.
About the Film
Thibaut is an internationally renowned conductor who travels the world. When he learns he was adopted, he discovers the existence of a younger brother, Jimmy, who works in a school cafeteria and plays the trombone in a small marching band. Everything seems to set them apart, except their love of music. Sensing his brother’s exceptional talent, Thibaut decides to remedy the injustice of fate. Jimmy begins to dream of a different life….
Contains mature themes
French with English subtitles
Runtime: 1 hour 43 minutes
Please note that film selections are subject to change.
Members FREE; $8 adults, $6 seniors (Plus applicable fees).
SOLD OUT!
TIFF Film Circuit: Samia
February 6 | 7:00 PM
Join us for a powerful and inspiring screening of Samia (2024), a biographical drama that celebrates courage, ambition, and the fight for freedom.
About the Film
Growing up in Mogadishu, Somalia, Samia Yusuf Omar (played by Ilham Mohamed Osman) defies cultural taboos in a society where women are not expected to run. Despite immense adversity — from social restrictions to political instability — she nurtures a dream: to compete on the world stage. Through sheer determination and an unbreakable spirit, Samia trains in secret, eventually earning the opportunity to represent Somalia at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Her journey becomes not just a quest for athletic glory, but a bold stand for women’s rights and personal freedom.
Contains mature themes.
Somali with English subtitles.
Runtime: 1 hour 42 minutes
Please note that film selections are subject to change.
Members FREE; $8 adults, $6 seniors (Plus applicable fees).
TIFF Film Circuit: THE LIFE OF CHUCK
March 6 | 7:00 PM
Join us for a poignant and thought-provoking screening of The Life of Chuck (2025), a moving adaptation of Stephen King’s three-part novella that blends drama, mystery, and a touch of the supernatural.
About the Film
Told in three interconnected acts, The Life of Chuck (Tom Hiddleston) unfolds in reverse, beginning with the collapse of the world and tracing backward through Chuck Krantz’s life to reveal the quiet, extraordinary moments that shaped him. As ordinary settings take on an uncanny edge, the film explores themes of memory, joy, fear, and the fragile beauty of human connection. Supported by standout performances from Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan, this intimate story balances cosmic stakes with deeply personal emotion, asking viewers to consider what truly makes a life meaningful.
Runtime: 1 hour 51 minutes
Ages 18 + (Language)
Please note that film selections are subject to change.
Members FREE; $8 adults, $6 seniors (Plus applicable fees).
TIFF Film Circuit: Youngblood
April 10 | 7:00 PM
Join us for a gritty and emotionally charged screening of Youngblood (2025), a modern reimagining of the cult-classic hockey drama.
About the Film
Dean Youngblood (Ashton James) is a Black Canadian junior hockey prodigy who leaves Detroit to join the Hamilton Mustangs — but his raw talent comes with an intense ego, and he must learn hard lessons both on and off the ice. Raised by a father (Blair Underwood) who equates toughness with love, Dean struggles to reconcile his fiery ambition with his teammates’ expectations, a demanding coach, and his own inner turmoil. As tensions rise during key matchups and rivalries, Dean faces a turning point: will he continue down a path of violence — or find strength in humility and growth?
Runtime: 1 hour 45 minutes
Please note that film selections are subject to change.
Members FREE; $8 adults, $6 seniors (Plus applicable fees).
