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Black Ice Confronts Racism in Hockey

by Perry King
September 8, 2022February 6, 2023
Features/TIFF

Black Ice considers the racist history of "Canada's Game" and inclusion efforts.

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White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch Review – Fast Fashion

by Pat Mullen
April 14, 2022June 6, 2023
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In White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abecrombie & Fitch, Alison Klayman sees in the fashion empire a microcosm of America and its exclusionary practices.

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Documenting the Pandemic

by Marc Glassman Pat Mullen
September 27, 2021May 10, 2022
Features/Industry

How have Canadian filmmakers responded to the COVID-19 pandemic and captured stories from this historic time? A survey with filmmakers Yung Chang, Matt Gallagher, Ngardy Conteh George, and the NFB's project The

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Attica Review: A Vital Doc

by Marc Glassman
September 24, 2021November 5, 2021
Reviews/TIFF

Stanley Nelson looks back at the 1971 Attica Prison riot and massive case of police brutality that followed. The doc is a vital contribution that speaks to the ongoing fight against systemic

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TIFF 2021: Hold Your Fire Review

by Victor Stiff
September 13, 2021
Reviews/TIFF

Stefan Forbes’ investigative documentary Hold Your Fire recounts the events of the two-day hostage siege and asks questions about racial bias, hostage negotiations, and restorative justice.

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Who We Are Review: Confronting an Inconvenient Truth

by Pat Mullen
May 7, 2021February 3, 2022
Hot Docs/Reviews

Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America sees the ACLU's Jeffrey Robinson deliver a compelling exploration of the nation's past and future.

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zo reken Review: A Brilliant Ride

by Courtney Small
May 5, 2021August 9, 2021
Hot Docs/Reviews

In Haiti, the term zo reken (meaning “Shark Bone”) refers both to a local cane alcohol and the popular 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser that can be seen weaving through the congested streets.

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Chinatown Rising Review: Housing Problems and Community Advocates

by Pat Mullen
April 15, 2021July 27, 2021
Reviews

The recent shooting in Atlanta, Georgia that claimed the lives of eight people at a spa has brought renewed attention to anti-Asian racism. These acts, which range from micro-aggressions to violent hate

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Coded Bias Review: Is Technology Racist?

by Pat Mullen
February 12, 2021August 9, 2021
Reviews

Coded Bias is a chilling doc probes the implications of facial recognition software and algorithms.

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The Sit-In Review: The Disarming Power of Late Night TV

by Madeline Lines
January 26, 2021August 19, 2021
Reviews

The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show explores the cultural impact of Harry Belafonte’s time on The Tonight Show.

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WHAT WILL I BECOME? offers a powerful exploration WHAT WILL I BECOME? offers a powerful exploration of trans boyhood and conversations about mental health. ✨️ 

We chatted with directors Lexie Bean and Logan Rozos ahead of the film's Canadian premiere at @insideoutfestival. 

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@insideoutfestival kicks off today with a great li @insideoutfestival kicks off today with a great line up of docs including #Antidiva, which screens May 23.

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