at a local DIY cinema. An elderly man who volunteers there always gives the audience a quick intro to the film with the DVD case in his hand
The tickets are pay-what-you-can and the screen, sound, and programming are all great
I went with my friend with whom I usually hate-watch really bad 2010s dramas so it was nice to see a film that we actually love together
Dec 10, 2024
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When I was in my early 20s I worked at a video store called Limelight - the kind of place that had every Takashi Miike movie ever (including his children’s movies) but kept their lights on by stocking 5 copies of Pride and Prejudice. After that, I was lucky enough to get a K********a invite which allowed me to torrent deep cuts by Olivier Assayas, and prized .mp4s of Cameron Jamie’s movies. Maybe I just didn’t like leaving the house but I don’t think that 2005 - 2015 were great years to be going to the theater anyway. When I moved back to Vancouver I didn’t know many people so my sister suggested I volunteer at The Cinematheque, and it’s become one of my favorite places in the city. It’s basically got a lot of the same programming as The Metrograph minus a lot of the annoying pretensions of arthouse theaters that are… annoying. The Cinematheque even went through a redesign and it looks even better than it did before which never happens. Volunteers get to see whatever for free so sometimes I find myself there 4 times a week. Some of the most memorable screenings include Maborosi, The White Sheik, Even Dwarves Started Small, Caught By Night, Gun Crazy, and Out Of The Blue.
Dec 21, 2021
At my local indie cinema for a projection of the new Nosferatu, infinitely grateful I have a place like this I can go to see new stuff and incredible programming!
Dec 25, 2024
I’ve referenced my favourite independent movie theatre on here a couple of times, but I feel so passionately that it needs its own spot.
This theatre is so awesome. I don’t even have any photos of their vintage movie memorabilia in their concession booth or the comfy couches on the upper floor. Since my boyfriend has been gone I’ve been going here at least once a week. Sometimes with a friend, often alone. For a membership price of $16 I save $4 on each ticket, it’s insane.
I can always be confident I will like the movie if I go to the Mayfair. They sometimes have newer additions, but only the really good ones. They’re hosting a John-Luc Godard month in July and I know it’ll be life changing.
Jun 14, 2025
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goated colour combo
I love spotting it in films, paintings, and everyday objects. I work it into my outfits too
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/organisation to take part in direct action and build collective power
Eg mutual aid and food groups, renters unions
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