Survival cinema
We talked to director Joe Penna about his inspiration for Arctic and making movies in the extreme cold.
Alita: Battle Angel is a mess that reaches equilibrium
James Cameron and Robert Rodriguez join forces for a fun, stupid and mostly nonsensical anime adaptation that fits perfectly in their respective oeuvres.
Live music heals broken hearts
The gigs of the week, including the gothfather, the ultimate stoner genius and one of Montreal’s best musicians.
Thursday, Feb. 14
* Heartbreak Museum
* WIP presents Verso
* Vareniki workshop at Fletchers
* Âme at Stereobar
* Ponsolo at Club Pellicano
Wednesday, Feb. 13
* Les bêtes sauvages Erotic Art Market
* Nap Eyes at La Vitrola
* El Coyote and Li’l Andy at Casa
* Bishop and Gags
* Random Recipe Unist’ot’en benefit at l’Esco
Tuesday, Feb. 12
* Valentine’s popup at La Montréalaise
* Singles night at Île Noire
* Queer Tech/AI Ethics Institute conference
* Le Ethnic Show at Bootlegger
* Jason Bajada at le Ministère
* Warbly Jets at Quai des Brumes
VIDEO PREMIERE: Promises by Paul Cargnello
Singer/songwriter Paul Cargnello has been releasing music for 20 years, and ain’t none of it has ever sounded like this.
Monday, Feb. 11
* Feu de camp at Corridor
* J Dilla tribute at Junior
* Dr. Mario tournament at Turbo Haüs
* True Reads at Drawn and Quarterly
* Free topping day at Misoya
* FK Anyway at La Shop
Special wines for special occasions
A list of recommended wines and pairings for Valentine’s Day or other festive occasions.
Sunday, Feb. 10
* Rainbow Story Hour at Drawn and Quarterly
* Black Girl Bliss at Ausgang
* 50th anniversary of Congrès des écrivains noirs de Montréal
* Alien at Cinéma de Sève
* Marin Patenaude at Casa