Directed by Elia Suleiman | France | 92 mins

Part of our Courageous Comedians Series

A surreal series of interconnected sketches lampooning the absurdity of life in Palestine, Divine Intervention was the second in a thematically related series of films by Elia Suleiman. Drawing comparison to the works of Buster Keaton and Jacques Tati, the film won international acclaim and controversy. A demonstration of how comedy can sometimes explore complex issues better than drama, Suleiman's deadpan comedy shows a completely different line of descent from Keaton than the high octane stunt comedy of Jackie Chan.

- Written by Ben Rowe. 

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge that this screening takes place on Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory, as well as the oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations, Indigenous and non, who live, work and play, as well as help steward this land, honour and celebrate this territory.

Directed by Jackie Chan | Hong Kong | 99 mins

Part of our Courageous Comedians Series

During a time in the history of Hong Kong action cinema when every production company wanted their own Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan strove to follow his own path. Both martial arts action scenes and slapstick comedy require expert timing, and Chan's training in Chinese opera allowed him to time sequences that would mix the thrills of high quality stunt work with excellent comedic performances. Featuring memorable supporting performances from Brigitte Lin and Maggie Cheung, Police Story is perhaps the ultimate Jackie Chan film, a non-stop showcase for his skills as an auteur.

- Written by Ben Rowe. 

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge that this screening takes place on Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory, as well as the oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations, Indigenous and non, who live, work and play, as well as help steward this land, honour and celebrate this territory.

Directed by Buster Keaton & Charles Reisner | USA | 71 mins

Part of our Courageous Comedians Series

The last of Buster Keaton's independently produced feature films, Steamboat Bill Jr features some of the comedian's greatest stunts and visual gags. The expensive spectacle was a box office flop upon release, but reigns today as one of Keaton's masterworks. Demonstrating Keaton's auteur control of timing, framing, body language, facial expression, and of course stunt work, this one has been often homaged but never exceeded. Presented with a pre-recorded organ score by Lee Erwin.

- Written by Ben Rowe.

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge that this screening takes place on Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory, as well as the oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations, Indigenous and non, who live, work and play, as well as help steward this land, honour and celebrate this territory.