| As the Calgary International Film Festival moves into its fifth year, the program contains a record number of local films. From features to shorts and even music videos, here is what you can expect to see in the way of Calgary-based work at the film fest.
Crazy Canucks – Local producer Randy Bradshaw tells the story of Ken Read, Steve Podborski, Dave Irwin and David Murray, Canada’s crack ski team from the ’70s.
Hooligans – Director Mike Scullion offers this gangster comedy with an Irish twist, featuring a performance by One Yellow Rabbit’s Andy Curtis.
Chicks With Sticks – Produced in Calgary by Earth to Sky Productions, this hockey drama takes the battle of the sexes to the ice.
Chasing Freedom – Named the winner of the best dramatic production over 60 minutes by the Alberta Motion Picture Association, this film is the true story of a persecuted Afghan woman taking refuge in the U.S.
American Beer – This near-classic local feature chronicles the misadventures of four friends when their car breaks down in the middle of nowhere.
Ginger Snaps: The Beginning – The third part in the successful werewolf series created by Calgarian John Fawcett, this installment was penned by local playwright Stephen Massicotte.
In addition to these features, keep an eye out for shorts by local filmmakers: The Weatherman, Viva Bengali, Mr. Reaper’s Really Bad Morning, PsYCLE, Roomates From Hell, Element of Light, First Aid, The Porcelain Tattoo, Choice, Damaged Goods, Superhero Wannabe, Exsanguis, Patricia Grey, Execution of Margot Rumeme, Elena Evanoff, John Hall, Rotten Shaolin Zombies) and music videos for local musicians: "Avalon" by Danielle French, "Slaves to the Pavement" by Belvedere, "Never Turn Your Back (on Rock and Roll)" by Stampede Queen and "A Second Chance" by Kiros.
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