Cinema Society of San Diego

JUST ADDED FOR FEBRUARY

Just Added!

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18

On Screen: 4:30pm or 7:30pm (You Pick!)

ArcLight La Jolla (Auditoriums 4 & 5)

Cinema Chat and Introduction begins 30 minutes prior to screenings

Discussion follows screenings

In association with the Consulate General of Canada

THE GRIZZLIES

Based on a true story, The Grizzlies is more than the usual triumph through sports story, for it doesn't shy away from moving depictions of the poverty and isolation characteristic of too many northern communities. When first-time teacher Russ Shepherd comes to Kugluktuk, he brings preconceived notions about northern life and no little hubris about his self-imposed mission to bring about change. An interconnected chain of dramatic incidents, however (and some quieter cross-cultural corrections) lead Russ to understand that education is a two-way street. Initially, the hastily built lacrosse team seems mild after-school fun, but soon becomes the lightening rod for the community's differing views on its future. Driven by remarkable performances by the young, Nunavut -based cast, and seeded with unassailable authenticity because of it's dramatic location, The Grizzlies proves to be one of the most unexpectedly affirming films of the year.

Not Rated. Running Time: 104 Minutes

PLEASE NOTE: THE GRIZZLIES is in English and Inuktitut with English subtitles