Toronto International Film Festival Movies in Fort Erie
Join us for our next film November 30!
Welcome to TIFF in Fort Erie, your local gateway to the best of Canadian and global film. As proud members of the TIFF Film Circuit, we host exclusive monthly screenings of acclaimed independent features, documentaries, and festival favourites.
Get ready for a heartwarming, hilarious, and deeply moving night of Canadian cinema! We are thrilled to announce that the acclaimed Maritime 'dramedy' Dancing on the Elephant.
No subscriptions or advance box-office stress required, just exceptional stories told on the big screen at the Meridian Centre for the Arts for just $10 a ticket.
More about our Feature Film
The Cast
Starring Canadian screen icons Sheila McCarthy, Mary Walsh, and Amanda Brugel, this festival favourite celebrates friendship, resilience, and living life on your own terms at any age.
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Directed by: Julia Neill & Jacob Z. Smith
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Written by: Lisa Hagen
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Genre: Drama / Comedy | Runtime: 95 minutes
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Language: English
The Story
When Nora’s son drops her off at Shady Rest Retirement Home following a minor stroke, she assumes her days of excitement are behind her. Faced with a dreary routine of "chair-xercise" and spoon-fed pudding, Nora’s outlook changes the moment unfiltered firecracker Edna wheels into her life.
Bonding over a shared love of cookies and a fierce desire to escape the facility, the two women forge an unforgettable friendship. When Edna’s declining memory lands her in the secure memory care wing, Nora hatches a daring plan for one final grand adventure—determined to remind her friend that life isn’t over until it’s over, and there are still elephants left to dance on.
The Critics
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Film Factual praises the film for exploring aging with a rare tenderness and honesty, calling it a profound reminder of the joy of connection in life's final chapters.
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LouReviews highlights the potent mix of McCarthy's quiet stoicism and Walsh's unfiltered frustration, describing it as a standout indie feature for older women.
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That Shelf notes that the film hits all the right beats through its talented leads, memorable characters, and heartfelt script.
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The AIFF Jury lauded Mary Walsh's portrayal as poignant, vital, and raucously funny.
Meridian Centre for the Arts
Greater Fort Erie Secondary School
1640 Garrison Road, Fort Erie
Doors open at 6:15 PM
Film Starts at 7 PM
Tickets are $10 at the door
* Cash only
Refreshments supplied by the GFESS Drama club and proceeds go to support their productions.
TIFF in Fort Erie gratefully acknowledges our partnership with Film Circuit, presented by TIFF, and its sponsors and supporters