Happy Friday, moviegoers. It’s a better-than-average week at the cinema, as Matt Damon fights fate, some machete-wielding maidens get unleashed, and Obi-Wan Kenobi and the guy from The Mask fall in love. Also, if you’re looking to discover one of the newest auteurs on the block, this weekend sees the Lightbox kicking off their spotlight on Denis Côté. Côté’s latest film, Curling, which we reviewed during TIFF 2010, also begins its limited engagement at TIFF HQ on Friday, and you should probably make a point to see it. So, as the French say, bon cinéma!

Still courtesy of TIFF. Curling Directed by Denis Côté (Canada, Visions) The TIFF programming notes refers to the latest effort by prolific Quebecois director Denis Côté as his “most accessible” film ever. But as someone noted after the screening, statements like that always seem like shallow provocations in Canadian cinema, where even “commercial” films by [...]

Each week, Torontoist examines the upcoming TV listings and makes note of programs that are entertaining, informative, and of quality. Or, alternately, none of those. The result: Televisualist. Jorge Garcia as Hurley, who is not good at the football. Illustration by Brett Lamb/Torontoist. Monday Father of the Bride is widely considered to mark Steve Martin’s [...]

Get your bathing suits out people—spring may finally be here, with the temperature expected to hit 9° today and a sub-tropical 15° tomorrow. (Disclaimer: the phrase “get your bathing suits out” is not intended to recommend or endorse the practice of swimming in Lake Ontario. Residents should always consult with their toxicologist before bathing at [...]

Torontoist visited Leaside Curling and discovered an array of curling enthusiasts that reflect the diversity and character of our city. (And some of its endearing eclecticism too.) With a handful of intimate portraits, Torontoist takes a peak at some of the people who help make Canada the curling capital of the world. Michael Cull Number [...]