Fri & Sat, Nov 21 & 22 / 9 pm
Sun, Nov 23 / 7 pm
Thu, Nov 27 / 9 pm
Directed by Matthew Bauckman and Jaret Belliveau
2014, Canada, 88 min
Elliot Scott is determined to become Canada’s first big-screen action hero. He’s been making micro-budget DIY martial arts action films in a small Nova Scotia town, getting as many neighbours and friends involved as he can, and roping his significant other, Linda, in for the ride. Elliot is now embarking on what he’s determined will be his breakout production — Blood Fight. Lack of trained stuntmen be damned, this film’s going to have fights, fire gags, driving stunts, people going through windows, everything. At this point, you’re surely thinking that Kung Fu Elliot must be Canada’s own American Movie, or something to that effect. It’s certainly been hailed as that in some circles, and that’s partially accurate. Directors Bauckman and Belliveau have made one of the great documentaries of 2014. It’s a very funny film, to be sure, a profoundly fascinating one too, but do know that it’s every bit as uncomfortable. You won’t be able to look away – MITCH DAVIS, FANTASIA FESTIVAL 2014
