Film
These resources are the best for watching online videos, finding film reviews, movie trivia, celebrity information and much more.
- Last updated: March 27, 2024
LIBRARY DATABASES
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Stream an amazing collection of movies and documentaries. You can also learn new skills with the Great Courses. Users have access to 18 credits per month (but unlimited access to Great Courses and kids' content).
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Upcoming Film Screenings
We screen thought-provoking and entertaining films. See you at the show!
on the web
These recommended websites are free and easily accessible! All you need is an internet connection.
Have you run out of something to watch? Look here for recommendations for highly rated movies and tv shows. These human-curated lists include which streaming service to find the show.
Features video and radio clips from the CBC Vault on a variety of Canadian subjects. Great for school projects or learning about Canada.
Metacritic distills the opinions of respected critics reviewing film and television series online and in print to a single number.
Documentary, fiction and animated films which explore the world we live in from a Canadian point of view, with a dedicated channel highlighting Indigenous perspectives (Indigenous Cinema).
Film reviews and ratings and loads of film celebrity information.
An amazing wealth of information on almost any film you can think of, complete with plot summaries, cast lists and movie trivia.
The Vancouver International Film Festival offers audiences the best in film from around the globe. The Library brings the festival to you when the films are released on DVD.
Can't remember the name of a movie? Use your own words, or search with titles, actors, directors, genres etc. and this site's powerful search feature will try to find it for you!
ON THE SHELF
Check these out the next time you’re in the Library.