J. Kelly Talks About Montreal, Grocers and Gentrification

Former TOist contributor J. Kelly Nestruck won't be giving a Trampoline Hall lecture about this, although we think it would work as a topic, Mr. Nestruck is actually presenting Montreal film Roger Toupin, Épicier Variété a film about a neighbourhood grocer and how the forces of gentrification affects a neighbourhood institution.

"I have been waiting and waiting for it to show up in Toronto theatres. With gentrification such a hot button issue in this city, I'm surprised it hasn't until now. I'm very pleased to be able to introduce you to M. Toupin and the colourful case of deeply human characters who made his store their second home," he said.

The film is part of Academy’s Critic’s Choice Screening Series and screens at the NFB (150 John). It's $5 for the public and free for Academy or NFB members.