Revue Cinema: Reel Communities
Synopsis
The Revue Cinema, which opened in 1912 and briefly closed down for ten months in 2006, is now the oldest cinema in Toronto. By transforming itself into a not-for-profit organization and building a solid connection with its community, the Revue Cinema provides an excellent example of how indie cinemas seek to provide much more than mere entertainment: they enrich the community and anchor its history. During the lockdown of the COVID-19 pandemic, Roy Zheng—documentary filmmaker and culture researcher—dove into Revue Cinema’s massive archive and virtually interviewed 34 observers of its ongoing legacy. This research culminated into a 50-minute linear documentary that explores Revue’s past, present and foreseeable future. Revue Cinema: Reel Communities will guide you into this 108-year journey. - ROY ZHENG
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Serena Whitney
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Anthony Oliveira
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Lydia Sun
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Andrew Borkowski
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Mike Charbonneau
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Jason Crowtz
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Kelsey Cousineau
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Marc Cousineau
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Tereza Coutinho
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Charlotte Davis
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Keith Denning
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Mark Ellwood
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James FitzGerald
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Michael Gerry
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Jeremy Giles
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Aileen MacDonald
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Junia Mason
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Judith McGill
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roy Zheng
- Screenplay & Story
- Roy Zheng
- Original Title
- Revue Cinema: Reel Communities
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Roy Zheng Studio
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
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Department Leadership Roster
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Director
Roy Zheng
Producer
Roy Zheng
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Frequently Asked Questions About Revue Cinema: Reel Communities
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What is Revue Cinema: Reel Communities about?
The Revue Cinema, which opened in 1912 and briefly closed down for ten months in 2006, is now the oldest cinema in Toronto. By transforming itself into a not-for-profit organization and building a solid connection with its community, the Revue Cinema provides an excellent example of how indie cinemas seek to provide much more than mere entertainment: they enrich the community and anchor its history. During the lockdown of the COVID-19 pandemic, Roy Zheng—documentary filmmaker and culture researcher—dove into Revue Cinema’s massive archive and virtually interviewed 34 observers of its ongoing legacy. This research culminated into a 50-minute linear documentary that explores Revue’s past, present and foreseeable future. Revue Cinema: Reel Communities will guide you into this 108-year journey. - ROY ZHENG
Who directed Revue Cinema: Reel Communities?
Revue Cinema: Reel Communities was directed by Roy Zheng.
Who stars in Revue Cinema: Reel Communities?
The principal cast of Revue Cinema: Reel Communities includes Serena Whitney, Anthony Oliveira, Lydia Sun, Andrew Borkowski, Mike Charbonneau.
When was Revue Cinema: Reel Communities released and how long is it?
Revue Cinema: Reel Communities was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 50m.