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Raquel Welch, I Presume?

Did you know that some of the programming at Metro Cinema is done by community members? Every year we open up a call for submissions to the public where patrons can send us their curated ideas for screenings (it can be anything from a double bill, to an event, to a monthly series), and then our programming committee deliberates and narrows it down to a select few that we show throughout the year.

 

This month we present “Raquel Welch, I Presume?”, a double bill curated by Allan Mott.

 

Allan Mott is a professional writer and film lover whose published works includes Scary Movies, an examination of six of his favourite horror films. His online film writing includes pieces for XOJaneUK, The Pulp YEG, One Perfect Shot, Flick Attack, and Canuxploitation, while his more personal work can be found on his own site, VanityFear.com. In 2014, he found out a friend of his got a part-time gig as Raquel Welch’s personal assistant and he kinda freaked out a little. His friend told Raquel about the freak out and she tweeted him from her account the next day. He’s still not over it.

 

Curatorial Statement:
“Raquel Welch was a sex symbol who couldn’t hide her ambivalence—doing her best work playing beautiful women dealing with attention they never asked for. Her desire to be taken seriously was taken by many as a betrayal of the role society assigned to her. This double bill is dedicated to showing what could have been if filmmakers, critics, and audiences saw beyond her famous curves and actually listened to what she had to say. (Plus, there will be some fun musical numbers before each movie from her 1970 “million dollar” TV special, Raquel!)”

 

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December 23 – Update

Throughout Covid-19, Metro Cinema has worked very hard and been very lucky to avoid any known cases associated with our staff or patrons.

 

Unfortunately, one of Metro’s staff members tested positive for Covid-19 on December 23. This staff member is experiencing mild symptoms and is now resting and isolating at home. While this person did not work in a public-facing role, several of Metro’s staff members were in close contact.

 

Metro has a small group of staff, so to allow these close contacts the opportunity to self-isolate, we have made the difficult decision to close temporarily out of an abundance of caution.

 

Metro will remain closed from December 23, 2021, to January 9, 2022. Advance purchased tickets will be refunded.

 

We are very sorry for the inconvenience this may cause. We take the safety of our staff and community very seriously. All Metro’s staff are fully vaccinated, provided with PPE, and Metro’s policies remain above and beyond government and AHS regulations.

 

During a time when all Albertans are recommended to reduce personal interactions, we feel that this is a responsible decision, despite the disappointment caused by these cancellations.

 

Thank you for your support, and we wish you a safe and restful holiday season.

Metro Season Launch 50/50 Raffle

UPDATE: Thank you to everyone who supported Metro through our raffle. The winner has been contacted. Congratulations to Kyle O!

 

Metro Cinema is excited to announce our Season Launch 50/50 Fundraiser! Funds raised by this raffle will help us continue to bring Edmonton the very best indie, new release, local, and classic films!

 

You can enter the raffle here. Sales end at noon on Tuesday, November 30.

 

Job Posting – Programming Manager

Job Posting – Programming Manager

 

Metro Cinema is a community-based not-for-profit society devoted to creating and fostering opportunities for the exhibition of diverse, unique shared viewing experiences in Edmonton. We are dedicated to the presentation of film and video in many forms, hosting a thousand events each year in the historic Garneau Theatre.

Metro is seeking a Programming Manager with a passion for cinema, an appreciation of film as an art form, and a love of community engagement to join our team. As Programming Manager, you will design, coordinate, and implement film exhibition at Metro Cinema on a daily basis. You’ll work closely with staff, community stakeholders, and the Metro Cinema Programming Committee to build and execute the long-term programming vision and fulfill the society’s mandate.

Responsibilities:

●        Booking and scheduling daily screenings

●        Maintaining relationships with film distributors and negotiating the terms of film exhibition

●        Selecting films that support Metro Cinema’s mandate, broad curatorial vision, and policies

●        Ensuring that programming reflects Metro Cinema’s dual commitment to maintaining high aesthetic standards and fostering the growth and diversity of our audience

●        Coordination with other staff and community stakeholders to help plan screenings, special events, and community partnerships

●        Coordinating classification of content whenever required

●        Tracking of statistical data related to film category and attendance

 

Competencies:

●        A breadth of contemporary and historic film knowledge from a global perspective

●        Excellent written and verbal communications skills

●        Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to handle complex time-sensitive logistical issues and prioritize multiple deadlines

●        An ability to contextualize films in a social or artistic sense, and an appreciation for a wide variety of cinematic styles and film categories

●        Creativity and flexibility while balancing the needs of various stakeholders

●        The ability to lead a working group and work within a collaborative environment

●        Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Suite software

 

Prior experience with film distribution, film exhibition and programming, and a technical understanding of contemporary presentation formats are assets but not required.

This is a full-time, permanent position. We offer a flexible work schedule, with most work during daytime, weekday hours. Some evening and weekend work is required. This position includes extended health coverage and a starting salary between $38,000 to $45,000 annually, depending on experience.

 

Send your cover letter and resume in confidence to director@metrocinema.org.

The deadline for applications is Wednesday, November 24, 2021.

Metro Cinema is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a safe, positive, and inclusive workplace free of discrimination and harassment. We employ personnel without regard to age, race, colour, ethnic background, citizenship, gender identification, sexual orientation, disability, family status, and any status protected by the statutes and laws of Canada and Alberta.

Download PDF:

Programming Manager Job Posting Metro Cinema 2021

 

Halloween Colouring Contest

Happy Halloween! It’s time for another round of Metro’s all-ages colouring contest!

Take your pick of these beautiful colouring pages created by Metro’s fabulous volunteer designers, and dig out your crayons, markers, digital art, or your favourite art supplies.

Download colouring pages here

A jury of Metro’s staff and board will choose a winner in the following categories based on our favourite entries. Winners will receive a Metro prize pack and will be announced on October 30.

Category 1: Age 0-8
Category 2: Age 8-12
Category 3: Age 13+ (Adults welcome and encouraged!)

To enter, submit your full name, age, and a scan or photo of your completed work to contests@metrocinema.org by October 21. By entering, you agree to allow your entry to be used online and on social media.

No printer? No scanner? Pop by the Garneau Theatre. Paper copies are available for curbside pickup at the front door, and completed entries may be dropped off in the mailbox located next to the red side door on 87 Avenue.

Winners must pick up their prize at the Garneau Theatre.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

After many conversations with our staff, board, and community, Metro Cinema has made the decision to require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test result (within 72 hours) for all customers, staff, and volunteers over 12 years of age.

We have the utmost respect for your privacy, and we are following the lead of sports and entertainment venues, independent cinemas, and arts organizations across the country, and around the world. We don’t make this decision lightly, but a near future without government mandated health protections looms, and we continue to invite film fans to the safest environment we are able to offer.

As cases climb, vaccines are the best tool available to slow the spread of the virus, prevent serious outcomes, and allow us to continue to gather safely at the Garneau.

We thank you for your support, and for sticking with us through many changes and challenges.

Effective September 20, 2021.

For more details and ways to present your proof of vaccination, please visit our website at: https://www.metrocinema.org/covid-19-measures/

Metro Cinema COVID-19 Policy for July 1

With the removal of Alberta restrictions on July 1, Metro remains cautious and optimistic for the future. At this time, we plan to maintain our limited capacity below 30%, our seating plan layout with social distancing in place, and we continue to require face coverings for staff and customers, except while seated in the auditorium enjoying concession snacks.

Our staff are important to us, and their comfort and safety while dealing directly with the public is our first priority. We want to be sure that each of them (and each of you) has the opportunity to get the protection of two vaccine doses before we remove or reduce safety measures. These extended efforts are temporary, and we hope they make our reopening permanent. If we continue to work together for a little longer, we will get through the last leg of this journey safely.

Thank you all for joining us in this abundance of caution, and we can’t wait to see you back at the Garneau.

We’re Back! Metro Reopens for In-Person Cinema on Friday, June 18

Metro is delighted to announce that we are preparing to reopen for in-person cinema on Friday, June 18. Stay tuned to metrocinema.org for our opening weekend film schedule announcement in the coming days.

Metro Cinema cares about the safety of our patrons and the wider community. We have taken great care to create a safe and physically distanced environment for film fans to gather. Please thoroughly review our COVID-19 Safety Measures prior to your visit. We have come so far, and we are taking every precaution to protect our staff and audience.

Vaccines are the ticket to this reopening, and to the eventual return to full capacity events at the Garneau. We hope you’ll help us get there, and get vaccinated as soon as you are eligible.

Metro Concession Takeout

Let’s all go to the lobby! Metro’s concession opens for takeout.

Metro’s lobby will be open on select weekend days for popcorn takeout! Stop by the Garneau theatre for pop, beer, candy, and popcorn to go. Walk-in only, with social distancing in effect.

Coming up:
June 6 12:00-6:00pm
June 11 4:00-9:00pm
June 12 2:00-9:00pm

Live From the Garneau: Keep Smiling

Metro Cinema presents Live From the Garneau. This is a brand new series where local musicians and filmmakers come together in the beautiful Garneau Theatre.

We are thrilled to announce a new project: Keep Smiling, featuring Smokey and Ryan Leedu. Check out the teaser today, with the full short film available on April 30.