The War Game at Cinecity

When Peter Watkins’ banned nuclear war masterpiece "The War Game" reached Toronto in 1967, it found an unlikely home at Cinecity, a new cinema determined to challenge audiences. Drawing on archival research and eyewitness accounts, this documentary explores the film’s enduring impact and the role Cinecity played in shaping Canadian film culture.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
14 mins
Status
Finished
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Details

Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
14 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Jul 7, 2026
Season
2026
Ratings
0
Popularity
0
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Producers
Severin Films
Genres
Documentary
Country
United States

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nuclear war50%toronto, canada50%nuclear bomb50%toronto50%cinecity50%canadian film50%yonge street50%

Description

When Peter Watkins’ banned nuclear war masterpiece "The War Game" reached Toronto in 1967, it found an unlikely home at Cinecity, a new cinema determined to challenge audiences. Drawing on archival research and eyewitness accounts, this documentary explores the film’s enduring impact and the role Cinecity played in shaping Canadian film culture.

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Japanese

Characters

Staff

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