Movies Archives

Lucasfilm Working with U of M for Ojibwe Version of ‘Star Wars: A New Hope’

Dec 18, 2023 | The Canadian Press

The galaxy of “Star Wars” is expanding once again as plans take shape to translate the original 1977 Hollywood hit into the Ojibwe language.

Winnipeg’s Farpoint Films Signs Deal with Super Channel

Jan 17, 2023 | Entertainment

Winnipeg-based Farpoint Films has signed an exclusive deal to produce 150 hours of both unscripted and scripted television for Super Channel.

Cineplex Opens First Junxion Entertainment, Gaming and Dining Complex in Winnipeg

Dec 8, 2022 | The Canadian Press

Cineplex Inc. has opened the first of its new theatre, dining and entertainment complexes called Junxion.

Manitoba Delegation Heads to Hollywood to Tout Local Film Industry

Oct 31, 2022 | Entertainment

WINNIPEG — Aboard the first direct flight from Winnipeg to Los Angeles today will be delegates from Manitoba on their way to pitch the province as the ideal location for Hollywood’s next big film.

Emilia Jones, Zach Galifianakis to Star in Manitoba-Shot ‘Winner’ Biopic

Oct 25, 2022 | Entertainment

WINNIPEG — Manitoba’s film industry continues to attract some of Hollywood’s biggest names, including Emilia Jones and comedian Zach Galifianakis.

Winnipeg Screenwriter Among Winners of Global Academy Film Competition

Nov 9, 2021 | The Canadian Press

LOS ANGELES — A Winnipeg screenwriter has won a US$35,000 prize and mentorship opportunity from the organization behind the Oscars.

Extended Gimli Film Festival Unveils 2021 Lineup

Jun 24, 2021 | Entertainment

Film buffs will get their fill with an extra-long Gimli Film Festival this year with more than 100 titles being screened.

Cineplex CEO Calls COVID 19 Cinema Closures ‘Devastating’ for Employees

Mar 23, 2021 | The Canadian Press

TORONTO — The president and CEO of Canadian movie theatre giant Cineplex says the company is “extremely frustrated and disappointed” that both Alberta and Manitoba are keeping cinemas closed amid the current COVID-19 protocols.