City of Brantford and Wilfrid Laurier University announce the Winter 2025 International Film Series

BRANTFORD, ON – The City of Brantford, in partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University -Brantford Campus, is pleased to announce the continuation of the International Film Series with six free screenings taking place throughout January, February and March of 2025. The series allows residents to come together to share, reflect, and celebrate diverse cultures, languages and cinematic art.

“We are thrilled to continue the International Film Series into 2025,” says Christina Han, an associate professor of History and director of the Hub for Community Solutions at Wilfrid Laurier University. “The film series has generated a steady following of Brantford residents and local students coming out to each screening, which really highlights the community’s interest in sharing different cultural perspectives through cinematic arts.” 

Each film in the series represents a different culture and will include an introduction and discussion prior to the screening. The series will take place at the Steven and Helen Kun Theatre, located in the Research and Academic Centre,150 Dalhousie St. Tickets are available for free through Eventbrite with walk-ins welcomed, but seating is limited. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the films begin at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. 

Winter 2025 International Film Series

• “Angry Indian Goddesses” (India) Thursday, January 16
• "Shoplifters” (Japan) Thursday, January 30
• "Let the Right One In” (Sweden) Thursday, February 13
•  “Once” (Ireland) Thursday, February 27
• “Wadjda” (Saudi Arabia) Thursday, March 13
• “Rams” (Iceland) Thursday, March 27

“Through discussions and the content of the films, this series highlights different political, social, historical, and artistic views of the world,” says Taylor Berzins, Community Initiatives Coordinator at the City of Brantford. “It’s very encouraging that there has been so much support for this initiative and that we’re able to host a third season of the series.”

Since the launch of the series in 2023, over 400 people have attended to watch films that represent thirteen different countries. This project continues to support the goals of the Brantford Immigration Partnership and Inclusive Community Plan by providing opportunities for Brantford residents to engage in cultural experiences and celebrate diverse stories and perspectives.

For a full list of the films and screening details, please visit International Film Series | Wilfrid Laurier University (wlu.ca).

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Media Contact:

Kelly Page | Communications Specialist, Communications and Community Engagement

City of Brantford | 519-759-4150 ext. 5779 | kpage@brantford.ca