Vancity Theatre

Vancouver


The state-of-the-art headquarters of the Vancouver International Film Festival screens a wide array of movies throughout the year in the kind of auditorium that cinephiles dream of: generous legroom, wide armrests and great sight lines from each of its 175 seats. It's a place where you can watch a four-hour subtitled epic about paint drying and still feel comfortable.

Check the ever-changing schedule for shows and special events, and remember that a $2 annual membership is mandatory.


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