Canadian Films That Will Make You Want to Explore Canada
From Newfoundland Fishing Villages to the Arctic: Films That Inspire Canadian Wanderlust
Sometimes the inspiration for a Canadian adventure arrives long before we pull out a map,...
This is a brilliant blog post! Yes! Escaping into movies is my favorite past time. I haven't heard of some of these movies but I will check them out!This is a brilliant blog post! Yes! Escaping into movies is my favorite past time. I haven't heard of some of these movies but I will check them out! More ...
Heather McIntosh Yes! If you're looking for inspiration on where to plan your next Canadian road trip or adventure all of these films will make youHeather McIntosh Yes! If you're looking for inspiration on where to plan your next Canadian road trip or adventure all of these films will make you want to start your next adventure asap. Happy viewing! More ...
I really enjoyed these three films: Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner; The Snow Walker (2003),and the The Grey Fox (1982). I particularly loved the SnowI really enjoyed these three films: Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner; The Snow Walker (2003),and the The Grey Fox (1982). I particularly loved the Snow Walker.
I would add tot he list is the too funny movie with Gleeson and Kitsch in it called "The Grand Seduction (2013)". It is a hilarious look at life in a tiny Newfoundland fishing village trying to attract a doctor. Rural Canada at its charming, scheming best.
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For those who like history try Passchendaele (2008) — A Canadian war drama centred on a soldier from Alberta during the First World War, highlighting Canada's military history and identity.
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A sad but triumphant biography about Maudie (2016) — Based on the life of Nova Scotia folk artist Maud Lewis. A beautiful story about art, resilience and life in rural Atlantic Canada. More ...
Greg Girard I have never heard Maudie, but it is now definitely on my list of things to watch - thank you! Passchendaele is a great addition to theGreg Girard I have never heard Maudie, but it is now definitely on my list of things to watch - thank you! Passchendaele is a great addition to the list! We had hoped to visit Ypres when we were in Belgium this past summer, but were gutted to discover we underestimated the time required to get to the historic site. We will definitely have to go back! More ...
I would add tot he list is the too funny movie with Gleeson and Kitsch in it called "The Grand Seduction (2013)". It is a hilarious look at life in a tiny Newfoundland fishing village trying to attract a doctor. Rural Canada at its charming, scheming best.
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For those who like history try Passchendaele (2008) — A Canadian war drama centred on a soldier from Alberta during the First World War, highlighting Canada's military history and identity.
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A sad but triumphant biography about Maudie (2016) — Based on the life of Nova Scotia folk artist Maud Lewis. A beautiful story about art, resilience and life in rural Atlantic Canada. More ...