Transportation Choices (TRAC) Sunshine Coast is pleased to invite you to a special evening of film, fellowship and fundraising. In collaboration with the shíshálh Canoe Family, we are presenting the short films “Dirt Relations”, “SHIFT”, “The Trail Before Us “and “Muuxtuu: First of Many Together”. These four biking films explore themes around reconciling our relationship with the land and each other.
This free, non-ticketed (arrive early!) event is a fundraiser for shíshálh Canoe Family paddling and land-based learning initiatives. Bring cash to donate.
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Raven’s Cry: FILM SHOWING: The Great Escaper
UK, 2023, 96 min, Biography, Drama, War
Director: Oliver Parker
Starring: Michael Caine, Glenda Jackson
In the summer of 2014 — the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings — octogenarian Bernie Jordan (Michael Caine) staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy. It was a story that captured the imagination of the world.
Bernie’s journey spanning a mere 48 hours also marked the culmination of his sixty-year marriage to Irene (Glenda Jackson). Their story celebrates their love without sentimentality and with an eye to the lessons we can all learn from the Greatest Generation.
This film is the last film made by both Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson. Jackson passed away not long after the film was completed.
Heritage Playhouse: FILM SHOWING: The Great Escaper
UK, 2023, 96 min, Biography, Drama, War
Director: Oliver Parker
Starring: Michael Caine, Glenda Jackson
In the summer of 2014 — the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings — octogenarian Bernie Jordan (Michael Caine) staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy. It was a story that captured the imagination of the world.
Bernie’s journey spanning a mere 48 hours also marked the culmination of his sixty-year marriage to Irene (Glenda Jackson). Their story celebrates their love without sentimentality and with an eye to the lessons we can all learn from the Greatest Generation.
This film is the last film made by both Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson. Jackson passed away not long after the film was completed.
Raven’s Cry: FILM SHOWING:: The Taste of Things
France, 2023, 135 min, Drama, Romance, History
Director: Anh Hung Tran
Starring: Juliette Binoche, Benoit Magimel, Emmanuel Salinger
French with English subtitles
France, 1885. The talented cook Eugenie has worked for the preeminent gourmet Dodin for the last two decades. Their mutual admiration turns into a romance, and gives rise to dishes, one more delicious than the next, that confound even the world’s most illustrious chefs. But Eugenie is fond of her freedom and has never wanted to marry Dodin, so he decides to do something he has never done before: cook for her.
Binoche and Magimel were married for a time and share a child, and their affection for each other is still evident as this story unfolds.
If you enjoyed BABETTE’S FEAST, this movie is for you.
Heritage Playhouse: FILM SHOWING:: The Taste of Things
rance, 2023, 135 min, Drama, Romance, History
Director: Anh Hung Tran
Starring: Juliette Binoche, Benoit Magimel, Emmanuel Salinger
French with English subtitles
France, 1885. The talented cook Eugenie has worked for the preeminent gourmet Dodin for the last two decades. Their mutual admiration turns into a romance, and gives rise to dishes, one more delicious than the next, that confound even the world’s most illustrious chefs. But Eugenie is fond of her freedom and has never wanted to marry Dodin, so he decides to do something he has never done before: cook for her.
Binoche and Magimel were married for a time and share a child, and their affection for each other is still evident as this story unfolds. If you enjoyed BABETTE’S FEAST, this is for you!
Raven’s Cry: FILM SHOWING:: The Duke
UK, 2020, 95 min, Biography, Comedy, Crime,
Director: Roger Mitchell
Starring: Jim Broadbent, Helen Mirren
In 1961, Kempton Bunton, a retired bus driver from Newcastle, snuck into London’s National Gallery and stole Francisco Goya’s famous portrait of the Duke of Wellington.
It was the first (and remains the only) theft in the Gallery’s history. Kempton sent ransom notes saying that he would return the painting on condition that the government invested more in care for the elderly — he had long campaigned for pensioners to receive free television. What happened next became the stuff of legend. Only 50 years later did the full story emerge — Kempton had spun a web of lies. The only truth was that he was a good man, determined to change the world and save his marriage.
Raven’s Cry: Winter Harp – Journey into the Heart of Christmas
It’s like being in an ethereal medieval dream – hauntingly beautiful, yet as cozy and warm as Christmas. Carols, both familiar and ancient, will set your heart singing as you journey with the musicians to Christmases of long ago. Gorgeous medieval gowns and a stage set with candles add to the beauty of this unique show.
Heritage Playhouse: FILM SHOWING:: The Monk and the Gun
Bhutan, 2023 107 min, Comedy, Drama
Director: Pawo Choyning Dorji
Starring: Tandin Wangchuk, Tandin Phubz, Kelsang Choejay
Dzongkha with English subtitles
As the King of Bhutan cedes his power to the Bhutanese people, transforming the country into a democracy, the citizens come to grips with the mechanics of a new form of government. A band of instructors travel the land, teaching the residents how to vote, with occasionally hilarious results.
In this remote and scenic mountain land, where success is determined by the measure of Gross National Happiness, surprising results ensue when the traditional culture encounters a challenger from a more “modern” land.
Raven’s Cry: FILM SHOWING:: The Monk and the Gun
Bhutan, 2023 107 min, Comedy, Drama
Director: Pawo Choyning Dorji
Starring: Tandin Wangchuk, Tandin Phubz, Kelsang Choejay
Dzongkha with English subtitles
As the King of Bhutan cedes his power to the Bhutanese people, transforming the country into a democracy, the citizens come to grips with the mechanics of a new form of government. A band of instructors travel the land, teaching the residents how to vote, with occasionally hilarious results.
In this remote and scenic mountain land, where success is determined by the measure of Gross National Happiness, surprising results ensue when the traditional culture encounters a challenger from a more “modern” land.
Raven’s Cry: FILM SHOWING:: Perfect Days
Japan, 2023, 124 min, Drama
Director: Wim Wenders
Starring: Koji Yakusho, Tokio Emoto, Arisa Nakano
Japanese with English subtitles
Hirayama (Koji Yakusho) seems utterly content with his simple life as a cleaner of toilets in Tokyo. Outside of his very structured everyday routine he enjoys his passion for music and for books. And he loves trees and takes photos of them. A series of unexpected encounters gradually reveal more of his past. A deeply moving and poetic reflection on finding beauty in the everyday world around us.
Director Wim Wenders’ artistic vision elevates the mundane to high art, and Yakusho’s performance is exceptional.
Heritage Playhouse: FILM SHOWING:: Perfect Days
Japan, 2023, 124 min, Drama
Director: Wim Wenders
Starring: Koji Yakusho, Tokio Emoto, Arisa Nakano
Japanese with English subtitles
Hirayama (Koji Yakusho) seems utterly content with his simple life as a cleaner of toilets in Tokyo. Outside of his very structured everyday routine he enjoys his passion for music and for books. And he loves trees and takes photos of them. A series of unexpected encounters gradually reveal more of his past. A deeply moving and poetic reflection on finding beauty in the everyday world around us.
Director Wim Wenders’ artistic vision elevates the mundane to high art, and Yakusho’s performance is exceptional.
Raven’s Cry: FILM SHOWING: Brother
Canada 2022, 119 min, Drama
Director: Clement Virgo
Starring: Lamar Johnson, Aaron Pierre
Adapted from David Chariandy’s award-winning novel of the same name, BROTHER is propelled by the pulsing beats of Toronto’s early hip hop scene following the story of Francis (Lamar Johnson) and Michael (Aaron Pierre), sons of Caribbean immigrants maturing into young men. A mystery unfolds during the sweltering summer of 1991, and escalating tensions set off a series of events that change the course of these brothers’ lives forever. Brother crafts a timely story about the profound bond between siblings, the resilience of community and the irrepressible power of music.
Heritage Playhouse: FILM SHOWING:: Brother
Canada 2022, 119 min, Drama
Director: Clement Virgo
Starring: Lamar Johnson, Aaron Pierre
Adapted from David Chariandy’s award-winning novel of the same name, BROTHER is propelled by the pulsing beats of Toronto’s early hip hop scene following the story of Francis (Lamar Johnson) and Michael (Aaron Pierre), sons of Caribbean immigrants maturing into young men. A mystery unfolds during the sweltering summer of 1991, and escalating tensions set off a series of events that change the course of these brothers’ lives forever. Brother crafts a timely story about the profound bond between siblings, the resilience of community and the irrepressible power of music.
Heritage Playhouse: FILM SHOWING:: Wicked Little Letters
Wicked Little Letters
Gibsons – Monday, Sept. 16, 7:30 pm
Gibsons – Tuesday, Sept. 17, 7:30 pm
UK 2023, 102 min, Comedy, Crime, Drama
Director: Thea Sharrock
Starring: Olivia Coleman, Jessie Buckley
A 1920s English seaside town bears witness to a farcical and occasionally sinister scandal in this riotous mystery comedy. Based on a stranger than fiction true story, Wicked Little Letters follows two neighbours: deeply conservative Edith Swan (Olivia Colman) and rowdy Irish migrant Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley). When Edith and fellow residents begin to receive wicked letters full of unintentionally hilarious profanities, foul-mouthed Rose is charged with the crime. The anonymous letters prompt a national uproar, and a trial ensues.
Raven’s Cry: FILM SHOWING:: Wicked Little Letters
UK 2023, 102 min, Comedy, Crime, Drama
Director: Thea Sharrock
Starring: Olivia Coleman, Jessie Buckley
A 1920s English seaside town bears witness to a farcical and occasionally sinister scandal in this riotous mystery comedy. Based on a stranger than fiction true story, Wicked Little Letters follows two neighbours: deeply conservative Edith Swan (Olivia Colman) and rowdy Irish migrant Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley). When Edith and fellow residents begin to receive wicked letters full of unintentionally hilarious profanities, foul-mouthed Rose is charged with the crime. The anonymous letters prompt a national uproar, and a trial ensues. However, as the town’s women investigate, they find that all is not as it might seem.
WARNING: The Wicked Little Letters portrayed in this film are quite
Heritage Playhouse: Ask the Wind
UK 2023, 113 min, Drama
Director: Ken Loach
A new band, formed in Vancouver but with roots from all over Canada. Daniel Sinclair is from the prairies, and blends soulful songwriting with virtuosic finger style guitar. Atlin Morgan was born and raised in Vancouver, and brings her vocals, harmonies, and ethereal songwriting to create a unique blend. Maya Eliza (Maya Broeke) is from Gibsons, and is so excited to bring her fiddle back to play at the Heritage Playhouse.
Opening set by Simbi and the Witness.
Raven’s Cry: FILM SHOWING:: The Old Oak
UK 2023, 113 min, Drama
Director: Ken Loach
Starring: Dave Turner, Ebla Mari, Claire Rodgerson
The Old Oak is the last pub standing in a once thriving mining village in northern England, a gathering space for a community that has fallen on hard times. There is growing anger, resentment, and a lack of hope among the residents, but the pub and its proprietor TJ (Dave Turner) are a fond presence to their customers. The arrival of a group of Syrian refugees sparks initial resentment among the villagers, which unexpectedly shifts to acceptance as the villagers come to recognize the humanity of their new residents.
This is director Ken Loach’s final film and arguably his most poignant.
WARNING: This story takes place in a modern working-class community in Northern England. As you might expect some of the characters use profane language.
Film and Photography with David Moul, Trent Maynard, and Candace Campo | Preparing for the Potlatch
Join us for tea and Bannock, songs, stories, historical slides, and a discussion of photography and film in Preparing for the Potlatch, an exhibition about coming together to explore, support, and celebrate art as a community. This event is free and open to all, no preregistration required.