Metro Cinema Fundraising Survey
Metro Cinema is a community-based not-for-profit organization, meaning we rely on donations from patrons like you to continue providing diverse and unique programming. Whether or not you have donated to Metro Cinema Society before, we encourage you to fill out this survey and help provide feedback for our fundraising campaigns and initiatives. Fill out the survey here.
Family Day Colouring Contest
Happy Family Day! It’s a perfect day to kick off our first ever, all-ages colouring contest! Take your pick of these beautiful colouring pages created by Metro’s team of 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 […]
A True Pioneer: The Films of Oscar Micheaux
By Maggie Hardy Oscar Micheaux was a leader, his art blazed trails and his self-sufficiency and DIY nature has paved the way for countless independent creators. Like many pioneers, however, his true impact wasn’t realized until decades after his passing. He was born on January 2, 1884 in Metropolis, Illinois to a former slave. Micheaux […]
Long Weekend Popcorn Pop-up
Pre-orders are now open for our long weekend popcorn pop-up, celebrating both Valentine’s Day and Family Day! Visit shop.metrocinema.org to pre-order popcorn, candy, Blindman Brewing beers, merch, and more for pickup at the Garneau Theatre on your choice of Sunday, Feb. 14, or Monday, Feb. 15 from 12-6pm. Choose your preferred pickup day as you add […]
On the World of Wong Kar-wai
Written by Erin E. Fraser I have never been to Hong Kong, and yet I have a sense for Hong Kong. A sense for its streets, a sense for its mood, a sense for its people. I have never been to Hong Kong, but I have seen the films of Wong Kar-wai. Known for his […]
Metro Cinema Popcorn Pop-Up
Happy International Popcorn Day! Orders are now open for our latest popcorn pop-up! Visit shop.metrocinema.org between January 19-22 to pre-order popcorn, candy, Blindman Brewing beers, merch and more for pickup on Saturday, Jan 23, from 12-6. (Beer orders must be picked up by an adult with valid ID). Our staff will pop you fresh popcorn on […]
Metro Cinema 2020 Poster Auction
Did you know that Metro Cinema’s 11×17 movie posters are created by a team of talented volunteer graphic designers? That’s right! For years, talented artists have created unique new movie posters to hang in our theatre and around town. Now, you have a chance to bring these original works of art to your own home. […]
Fundraising Campaign
Hello Metro Cinema supporters, Metro Cinema is back open and we are excited to be screening films again! The bustle of filmgoers and the smell of fresh popcorn is a delight to the senses. Though our capacity is reduced, we are programming a familiar mix of indie new releases and nostalgic favourites, with the same […]
Metro Cinema Reopening
Metro is back! We’re so excited to announce our return to theatrical screenings and welcome audiences back to the Garneau Theatre, beginning July 10, 2020. We have been hard at work in these past few weeks making sure our space is safe, comfortable, and outfitted with new health and safety measures. We want to thank […]
Job Posting – Summer Administrative Assistant
Temporary Position Available Administrative Assistant Metro Cinema Society Job Posting – Summer Administrative Assistant Metro Cinema Society Metro Cinema is Edmonton’s community movie house, dedicated to the presentation of film and video in many forms. We program and host a thousand events each year at the historic Garneau Theatre. Metro is seeking an engaged […]