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A filmmaker’s quixotic quest to build an ark in Maine reveals an unexpectedly playful search for the answer to an existential question: Why are humans so committed to leaving a trace? A music industry legend and 10-time Grammy-winning global sensation, this immersive and intimately-crafted documentary catapults us into the life of rock icon Carlos Santana. This much-anticipated sequel centres on innovative food producers facing down the multinational corporations who have tightened their stronghold on our food supply. Fusing decades of home movies with intimate present-day verité, track 40 years of revolutionary music-making with legendary folk-rock band and queer icons Indigo Girls. Looking after his madcap gay actor uncle, filmmaker Simon is engulfed in a whirl of Shakespeare and clutter, as he learns a profound lesson on dying happy. This is a party! This is a disco! There will be fooling around! Immerse yourself at our monthly residency of Jonathan Demme’s seminal 1984 Talking Heads concert film. Uncover the true story behind rumours that the U.S. government and a team of high-placed insiders rigged the 1964 Venice Biennale so their chosen artist could win the Grand Prize. Discover the stunning work of working-class photographer Tish Murtha, who captured the impact of Thatcherism but was unable to escape the poverty and inequality she exposed. New York City's beloved Ukrainian restaurant Veselka has become a beacon of hope for Ukraine in this thoughtful and touching story of family, hope—and borscht. Veselka: The Rainbow on the Corner at the Center of the World More Details With this classic doc portrait, Hot Docs pays tribute to the inspiring life of iconoclastic fashion maven Iris Apfel, who passed away earlier this year at the tender age of 102. Celebrate Earth Day with Hot Docs and the Ontario Science Centre! Inspire climate action in your young ones with this film based on the Dr. Seuss classic that has inspired generations to speak for the trees Follow the journey of Toronto's 'Good Guise' collective, who are committed to sparking conversations around healthy masculinity through art. Celebrate hot dogs at Hot Docs! The perfect weekend activity for dog lovers young and old, don’t miss canines of all kinds performing incredible feats on the big screen. Westminster Dog Show: Canine Celebration Day: Free Live BroadcastSpecial Event More Details Tag along with award-winning filmmaker Dianne Whelan on her incredible six-year journey as the first person to travel 24,000 km over land and water on the Trans Canada Trail. Join renowned neuroscientist Dr. Norman Farb and clinical psychologist Dr. Zindel Segal for an evening of conversation and mindfulness, celebrating the release of their new book. Better In Every Sense with Dr. Norman Farb and Dr. Zindel SegalCurious Minds Author Talks More Details Filmmaker Lina Soualem captures stories from four generations of daring Palestinian women in her family, including her mother Hiam Abbass. Clear your calendars and buckle up for this exclusive first glimpse at the glorious and tantalizing new romance novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author. Carley Fortune on This Summer Will Be DifferentCurious Minds Author Talks More Details Celebrate Asian Heritage Month by seeing yourself on screen, with this special event hosted by the RepresentASIAN Project. For space lovers and extra-terrestrial enthusiasts young and old, join Hot Docs and the ROM for a special screening of Steven Spielberg’s heartfelt family masterpiece. E.T. the Extra Terrestrial with ROMFamily Screening More Details Bring all the slaps, chops, roundhouse kicks and "hi-yah"s to the screen with this wild examination of Bruce Lee mega fandom that spawned its own film genre. Follow the journey of Toronto's 'Good Guise' collective, who are committed to sparking conversations around healthy masculinity through art. Hosted by The Nature of Things’ Anthony Morgan, 'Lonely No More' unpacks the loneliness epidemic. Movie clips and live interviews dive in to charmingly quirky communities you had no idea existed. Freestyle Socials - A Hilarious Pop Culture GameSpecial Event More Details In a fantastical summer romance set to the hits of the Indigo Girls, two young aspiring performers fall in love at first sight. "The best film ever made about professional auto racing,” John Frankenheimer’s 1966 achievement features a mesmerizing multi-frame opening sequence from Saul Bass. Grand PrixThe Art of the Title - That's Saul, Folks! More Details Dry clean those fur coats and come down to the cinema for a special Mother's Day screening of the documentary cult classic featuring Big and Little Edie Beale. With unprecedented access to Taiwan’s first female president Tsai Ing-wen, discover a fascinating portrait of Taiwan’s struggle to preserve its hard-won democracy. With this classic doc portrait, Hot Docs pays tribute to the inspiring life of iconoclastic fashion maven Iris Apfel, who passed away earlier this year at the tender age of 102. Join the iconic internationally bestselling author of the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy for the exclusive Canadian debut of his new novel: a juicy, hilarious and thrilling comedy of manners. Kevin Kwan on Lies and WeddingsAsian Heritage Month | Curious Minds Author Talks More Details Overflowing with charm, humour and the familiar woes of growing up, spend a summer afternoon reliving this Studio Ghibli classic from two-time Oscar winner, Hayao Miyazaki. Discover a bass-heavy and neon-coloured portrait of the alternative Chinese youth in a country in constant state of change that now threatens the underground club Funky Town. The Last Year of DarknessAsian Heritage Month | Pride on the Big Screen More Details Celebrate Earth Day with Hot Docs and the Ontario Science Centre! Inspire climate action in your young ones with this film based on the Dr. Seuss classic that has inspired generations to speak for the trees Put the mamma in Mamma Mia for Mother’s Day and celebrate your motherly figures with a perfect post-brunch sing-along! Help us shine a light on the murky world of police infiltration, incitement and agent provocateurs in Canada with this groundbreaking film and discussion. Looking after his madcap gay actor uncle, filmmaker Simon is engulfed in a whirl of Shakespeare and clutter, as he learns a profound lesson on dying happy. In one of Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki’s most beloved classics, adorable sisters Satsuki and Mei move to the Japanese countryside and discover a neighbourhood of playful woodland spirits. Join award-winning writer and broadcaster Nahlah Ayed, the award-winning host of CBC’s Ideas, to discuss her new book: a riveting true story of star-crossed lovers and wartime intrigue. Nahlah Ayed on The War We Won ApartCurious Minds Author Talks More Details From maestro Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, this dazzling animated film features a symphony of colour and whimsical character design which should not be missed on the big screen. Where do we draw the line between love and devotion? This intimate and haunting portrayal depicts the insidious influence of a secretive matriarchal religious order in Lebanon. Anand Patwardhan’s intimate yet epic film brings us eight stories of injustice in India, the world’s largest democracy, where the battle between faith and reason relentlessly rages. Come do the "Time Warp" again with this cult classic, presented with Toronto's own Shadow Cast who perform their satirical version during the screening. Join bestselling author and beloved former restaurant critic of the New York Times as she unveils her mouthwatering new novel: A dazzling, heartfelt adventure through 1980s Paris. Ruth Reichl on The Paris NovelCurious Minds Author Talks More Details Join Handsome Johnnie (Boylesque) for an evening celebrating sex-positivity and queerness with John Cameron Mitchell’s heartwarming and shameless film. One of Alfred Hitchcock’s masterworks, featuring a hypnotic opening title sequence created by Saul Bass, with spirographic images by effects artist John Whitney. VertigoThe Art of the Title - That's Saul, Folks! More Details Celebrate hot dogs at Hot Docs! The perfect weekend activity for dog lovers young and old, don’t miss canines of all kinds performing incredible feats on the big screen. Westminster Dog Show: Canine Celebration Day: Free Live BroadcastSpecial Event More Details Join Lainey Lui, Ann Pornel and Hannah Sung on this Spring Day as they share how their Map of the Soul changed through loving BTS, the biggest band in the world. You Never Walk Alone: A Night of BTS Music, Friends and FanshipAsian Heritage Month More Details Follow the journey of Toronto's 'Good Guise' collective, who are committed to sparking conversations around healthy masculinity through art. Lovers of pop culture and 20th century history will want to dig into author and New Yorker contributor Adam Nayman’s survey of dramatic flashpoints in the history of the movies. Films That Shook the WorldCurious Minds Speaker Series More Details Former Toronto Star architecture critic Christopher Hume returns to offer a spirited survey of the most stunning—and thought-provoking—buildings of the past two decades. Great Buildings of the 21st Century: Architecture in a Time of SpectacleCurious Minds Speaker Series More Details Join professor Teresa Lobalsamo for a spirited journey across Italy and its multifaceted regions. Gain a deeper appreciation for the country’s distinctive histories, traditions and identities. Roaming the Regions of Italy: An Up-Close Look at ‘IL Bel Paese’Curious Minds Speaker Series More Details Curious Minds favourite Dr. Mike Daley tracks the musical development of the Beatles, starting from the earliest days in Liverpool, through Beatlemania, psychedelia and their studio years. The Beatles and their WorldCurious Minds Speaker Series More Details Join renowned neuroscientist Dr. Norman Farb and clinical psychologist Dr. Zindel Segal for an evening of conversation and mindfulness, celebrating the release of their new book. Better In Every Sense with Dr. Norman Farb and Dr. Zindel SegalCurious Minds Author Talks More Details Clear your calendars and buckle up for this exclusive first glimpse at the glorious and tantalizing new romance novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author. Carley Fortune on This Summer Will Be DifferentCurious Minds Author Talks More Details Join the iconic internationally bestselling author of the Crazy Rich Asians trilogy for the exclusive Canadian debut of his new novel: a juicy, hilarious and thrilling comedy of manners. Kevin Kwan on Lies and WeddingsAsian Heritage Month | Curious Minds Author Talks More Details Join award-winning writer and broadcaster Nahlah Ayed, the award-winning host of CBC’s Ideas, to discuss her new book: a riveting true story of star-crossed lovers and wartime intrigue. Nahlah Ayed on The War We Won ApartCurious Minds Author Talks More Details With over two million followers on TikTok, Paige Layle is one of the world’s most influential advocates for a better understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Paige Layle on But Everyone Feels This WayCurious Minds Author Talks More Details Join bestselling author and beloved former restaurant critic of the New York Times as she unveils her mouthwatering new novel: A dazzling, heartfelt adventure through 1980s Paris. Ruth Reichl on The Paris NovelCurious Minds Author Talks More Details For space lovers and extra-terrestrial enthusiasts young and old, join Hot Docs and the ROM for a special screening of Steven Spielberg’s heartfelt family masterpiece. E.T. the Extra Terrestrial with ROMFamily Screening More Details Overflowing with charm, humour and the familiar woes of growing up, spend a summer afternoon reliving this Studio Ghibli classic from two-time Oscar winner, Hayao Miyazaki. Celebrate Earth Day with Hot Docs and the Ontario Science Centre! Inspire climate action in your young ones with this film based on the Dr. Seuss classic that has inspired generations to speak for the trees In one of Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki’s most beloved classics, adorable sisters Satsuki and Mei move to the Japanese countryside and discover a neighbourhood of playful woodland spirits. From maestro Hayao Miyazaki of Studio Ghibli, this dazzling animated film features a symphony of colour and whimsical character design which should not be missed on the big screen.
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