Jan 13-19: Damien Chazelle's BABYLON; Korea's top-grossing film of 2022; ROSIE, Canada's Top 10, with special guests in attendance!

Jan 12 - 19 at the Twin & Original


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From director Damien Chazelle (La La Land), BABYLON is an original epic set in 1920s Los Angeles led by Brad Pitt, Margot Robbie and Diego Calva

At the Twin. Showtimes here!

A tale of outsized ambition and outrageous excess, Babylon traces the rise and fall of multiple characters during an era of unbridled decadence in early Hollywood.

"You're in for one of the most outlandishly energetic, sinful and ambitious cinematic experiences of this year." - San Jose Mercury News

"Shimmering, mournful, and riotous, Babylon is one of the year's best movies, thanks in part to a star-making performance by Diego Calva." - AV Club


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From acclaimed director Hirokazu Kore-eda (Shoplifters), BROKER opens Friday at the Original!

Tickets on sale now!

The film follows two brokers who sell orphaned infants, circumventing the bureaucracy of legal adoption, to affluent couples who can't have children of their own. After an infant's mother surprises the duo by returning to ensure her child finds a good home, the three embark on a journey to find the right couple, building an unlikely family of their own.

"Bittersweet and beautiful, Broker sits easily amongst Kore-eda’s finest films, and as one of the best filmmakers working today that is surely saying something." - AWFJ Women on Film

"One of the year's most delightful films." - BBC.com


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Awarded Canada's TOP TEN films of 2022, don't miss ROSIE!

On Sat. Jan. 14, Director Gail Maurice, Producer Jamie Manning and Star Melanie Bray will be in attendance for a Q&A!

Jan 14, 15, & 17

The feature-film debut of Métis writer-director-actor Gail Maurice brings us to the fringes of 1980s Montreal as seen through the eyes of a sweet and suddenly orphaned Indigenous girl. ROSIE features one of the most natural and endearing performances we have seen from a child actor. It's a film definitely worth seeking out (and we're not just saying that because the Playhouse has a cameo in it!)

"ROSIE has a big heart and is a delight to watch." - Next Big Picture

"An uplifting story of acceptance, self worth, and the art of embracing exactly who you were born to be." - Screen Zealots


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Grab your friends, grab your body glitter & get ready to giggle at the 'skin of a killer'!

TWILIGHT INTERACTIVE! One show only. Get tickets here!

Get rowdy at this special INTERACTIVE screening of the the angsty supernatural saga. "Oooh" at the electrifying chemistry between Bella and Edward, LOL when Edward reveals his vampire body and just “say it..out loud...say it!” Captions ON!


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Geographies of Solitude

One night only. Jan 19 @ 6:30!

An immersion into the rich landscapes of Sable Island and the life of Zoe Lucas, a naturalist and environmentalist who has lived over 40 years on this remote strip of sand.

"Experimental, environmental, and existential, Jaqueline Mills’ poetic documentary follows the day-to-day work of Zoe Lucas, who has lived alone on Sable Island in the North Atlantic for decades." - Original sin

"Poetic and ultimately powerful" - Globe and Mail


Join us for two days of the KW FILM FESTIVAL

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Kitchener Waterloo's film festival, showcasing films from an equal balance of local, national, and international filmmakers. After 4 years of running on a strictly local-entry basis, this is our third year opening our unique festival to the world! Last year we SOLD OUT our drive-in style festival, so this year we're back inside at the lovely Princess Original! Supporting this festival directly supports artists, as all profits go directly into the pockets of the filmmakers featured.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS

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Special 50th Anniversary Screening!

Enter the Dragon plays Jan 16 & 18

Bruce Lee plays a martial-arts expert determined to help capture the narcotics dealer whose gang was responsible for the death of his sister. Lee enters a kung fu competition in an attempt to fight his way to the dealer's headquarters with the help of some friends.


Continuing all week!

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FILMS SHOWING at the Twin & Original Jan 12 - 19
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A tale of outsized ambition and outrageous excess, it traces the rise and fall of multiple characters during an era of unbridled decadence and depravity in early Hollywood.

Nominated for 3 Academy Awards including Production Design, Original Score, and Costume Design

No screenings currently scheduled.

NR

"Some leave, some retrieve."

The film follows two brokers who sell orphaned infants, circumventing the bureaucracy of legal adoption, to affluent couples who can't have children of their own. After an infant's mother surprises the duo by returning to ensure her child finds a good home, the three embark on a journey to find the right couple, building an unlikely family of their own.

No screenings currently scheduled.

PG

"Hold on tight, spider monkey!" we're getting interactive with Twilight!

Get rowdy at this special INTERACTIVE screening of the the angsty supernatural saga. "Oooh" at the electrifying chemistry between Bella and Edward, LOL when Edward reveals his vampire body and – if you're in the spirit – dress up as your favourite Twilight character. “Say it. Out loud. Say it!”

Select showtime to buy advanced tickets.

Playing at Princess Original:

14A

A reclusive English teacher attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter.

Nominated for 3 Academy Awards: Actor in a Leading Role (Brendan Fraser), Actress in a Supporting Role (Hong Chau), and Makeup and Hairstyling! 

No screenings currently scheduled.

NR

Awarded CANADA'S TOP TEN films for 2022!

The feature-film debut of Métis writer-director-actor Gail Maurice brings us to the fringes of 1980s Montreal as seen through the eyes of a sweet and suddenly orphaned Indigenous girl. Filmed on location in Hamilton (right next to the Playhouse Cinema!)

No screenings currently scheduled.

All Events: Admission by cash donation at door! 

Kitchener Waterloo's film festival, showcasing films from an equal balance of local, national, and international filmmakers. After 4 years of running on a strictly local-entry basis, this is our third year opening our unique festival to the world! Last year we SOLD OUT our drive-in style festival, so this year we're back inside at the lovely Princess Original! Supporting this festival directly supports artists, as all profits go directly into the pockets of the filmmakers featured.

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Special 50th Anniversary Screening!

Bruce Lee plays a martial-arts expert determined to help capture the narcotics dealer whose gang was responsible for the death of his sister. Lee enters a kung fu competition in an attempt to fight his way to the dealer's headquarters with the help of some friends.

No screenings currently scheduled.

NR

A fictional account of one year in the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria. On Christmas Eve 1877, Elisabeth, once idolized for her beauty, turns 40 and is officially deemed an old woman; she starts trying to maintain her public image.

Empress Elizabeth of Austria is idolized for her beauty and renowned for inspiring fashion trends. But in 1877, 'Sissi' celebrates her 40th birthday and must fight to maintain her public image by lacing her corset tighter and tighter.

No screenings currently scheduled.

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An immersion into the rich landscapes of Sable Island and the life of Zoe Lucas, a naturalist and environmentalist who has lived over 40 years on this remote strip of sand.

GEOGRAPHIES OF SOLITUDE is an immersion into the rich ecosystem of Sable Island, guided by naturalist and environmentalist Zoe Lucas who has lived over 40 years on this remote sliver of land in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean.

No screenings currently scheduled.

NR

Nominated for Best Cinematography at The Academy Awards!

Set in an English seaside town in the early 1980s, EMPIRE OF LIGHT is a powerful and poignant story about human connection and the magic of cinema, from Academy Award®-winning director Sam Mendes.

No screenings currently scheduled.

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Winner of the prestigious Audience Award at TIFF 2022, Steven Spielberg’s most personal film yet is based on the master director’s childhood passion for moviemaking, and the family dynamics that found their way into his work.

Nominated for 7 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Actress in a Leading Role (Michelle Williams), Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Judd Hirsch), and Best Director!

No screenings currently scheduled.

Get Tickets!

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14A

An all-star ensemble delivers some of the best performances of the year, in Oscar-nominated writer-director Sarah Polley’s fearless adaptation of Miriam Toews’ acclaimed novel.

WINNER for Oscars 2023 Best Adapted Screenplay! Nominated for Best Picture. 

No screenings currently scheduled.

Sold out! We are thrilled to be welcoming back DAVID FRANCEY to the Original stage!

David Francey is a Scottish-born Canadian carpenter-turned-songwriter, who has become known as “one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers” (Toronto Star).

A truly authentic folk singer, Francey had the honour of receiving the prestigious SOCAN Folk Music Award as well as multiple Juno Awards and Canadian Folk Music Awards. 

NR

Evelyn and her oblivious son Ziggy seek out replacements for each other as Evelyn desperately tries to parent an unassuming teenager at her shelter, while Ziggy fumbles through his pursuit of a brilliant young woman at school.

Evelyn (Julianne Moore) has devoted herself to helping people in hard times, but she struggles to connect with her son Ziggy (Finn Wolfhard), an aspiring internet star oblivious to the problems of the world.

No screenings currently scheduled.

Tickets on sale soon!

 

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"An absolutely gorgeous, heartbreaking piece of work. One of the best films of the year." - Rolling Stone

Nominated for 2 Academy Awards: Best Actor in a Leading Role (Bill Nighy) and Best Adapted Screen Play!

No screenings currently scheduled.

 

 

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