First Weekend Club, an organization dedicated to promoting Canadian film, has launched a new and exciting initiative, THE DVD CLUB, bringing Canadians even closer to Canadian film in a fun and engaging way.
Just think of it as a book club, but for movies. And it's FREE! Each month a new DVD will be selected and announced. Participants will have a chance to either rent or buy the DVD of the Month and enjoy it in the comfort of their home. Then, throughout the month they will have a chance to join in on an ongoing moderated discussion on our Forum about the film, sharing thoughts, reviews and questions with fellow community of film lovers throughout the month, posting as little or as much as they'd like.DVD Club Perks
There are many reasons to participate in the DVD Club, here are some:
A chance to discover some great Canadian films (oldies and newbies, alike)
An opportunity to connect with other First Weekend Club members across Canada
Q&As with special guests such as filmmakers, talent and film experts (based on suggestions from our members provided through a recent survey)
DVD Club members will also receive special codes that will give them certain benefits such as discounts on DVD purchases, rentals and much more! Thanks to sponsors such as the amazing Videomatica.ca (coming soon)
Additionally, to make things REALLY fun, each month, members will have an opportunity to earn "karma points" by posting reviews, entering mini-contests on the forum and completing other "missions". Various prizes will be awarded to those who have earned the most points each month.
'Snow Cake' -- Our First Month's Movie!
In Marc Evans' award-winning film, Alex (Alan Rickman), a quiet, brooding man struggles to come to terms with a fatal car crash in which he played a part. He comes to stay in a small Canadian town with Linda (Sigourney Weaver), a highly functioning autistic woman whose life has also been touched by tragedy. As they each attempt to deal with their losses in their own distinct ways, Alan strikes up a relationship with Maggie (Carrie-Anne Moss) and finds himself experiencing long–buried depths of emotion. Also stars Emily Hampshire, Mark McKinney, and Callum Keith Rennie.
The DVD Club Forum
Three time Genie nominee and Gemini winner Emily Hampshire, who turns in a highly spirited performance as Sigourney Weaver's daughter in "Snow Cake" will be joining as a special guest and answering questions on the Forum. Callum Keith Rennie will also join us online! Other guests TBA.
Future titles will be announced on the second Friday of each month.
For more information, visit: www.firstweekendclub.ca
