Tuesday, January 26th

District 319, Vancouver

A Gould Medal Film Screening!

First Weekend Club's CANADA SCREENS presents a Screening and Reception of GENIUS WITHIN: THE INNER LIFE OF GLENN GOULD

SCREENING WRAP UP - With a completely full house, the audience was witness to another inspiring Canadian film. Following a lively pre-show wine reception, they were also treated to a performance by pianist Nicholas Rada on a digital grand piano supplied by Tom Lee Music; some words in person by Glenn Gould's first cousin Marilyn Mortimer-Lamb; and an introduction by video Skype by the co-director/producer Peter Raymont. The film will open theatrically in Vancouver with two screening on February 4th and February 8th at Fifth Avenue Cinemas.  Thank you to all of you that attended Canada Screens January 26 and we hope to see you again in March 2010 after a break during the 2010 Winter Games. In the meantime watch for other great Canadian films opening in theatres in February including 'Reel Injun' February 19.

Advance Tickets are now sold out. Rush Tickets on sale at door if available.

Just in: Director Peter Raymont has confirmed that he will introduce his film by video Skype.  Also, Pianist Nicholas Rada will perform live ‘concert style’ before the feature presentation.  In addition, Mr. Gould's first cousin will say a few words about him.

***Official Selection***
2009 Toronto International Film Festival

"A Must-See Film For Serious Music Fans." -Variety

"...an articulate and emotional oral history of an entire life." -EYE Weekly

"...the most complete portrait yet of this complex artist." - The Toronto Star

Geniuses come in all shapes, sizes and varieties. One of them is undeniably Toronto-born Glenn Gould - a child prodigy that grew up to became one of the most influential pianists in the world of classical music.  Michèle Hozer and Peter Raymont's documentary "Genius Within: The Inner Life of Glenn Gould" paints an intimate and piercing portrait of the man behind the myth.

Deeply eccentric, charming and quirky, Gould is clearly a captivating and mysterious persona. Revered for his unorthodox musical interpretations (particularly of Bach's compositions), vivid musical imagination and mannerisms at the keyboard, Gould was also known for his eccentric behavior away from the keyboard. His very own life, as one person describes it was "a performance that people [could] not take their eyes off of".

"Genius Within" features never-before seen footage of Gould, photographs and excerpts from his private home recordings and diaries, along with personal recollections from Gould's most intimate friends and lovers, taking us deep into the world of this genius and Canadian legend.

"I'm very much the anti-hero in real life," said Gould once, "but I compensate madly in my dreams."

EVENT DETAILS:

When: Tuesday, January 26th

Where: District 319 (319 Main Street, Vancouver)

Time: 6:30 PM: Pre-show celebration and wine reception (complimentary glass of wine).  7:30 PM: Screening preceded by piano recital by Nicholas Rada and introduction to film by Skype by director Peter Raymont. Post-screening party to follow film.

Cost: $15. Sold out. Tickets may be available at the door.

Please arrive at screening by 7:20 pm to ensure entry. No Minors. Thank you.

DISCOUNT GIFT CARDS

Save money per screening by buying Canada Screens Gift Cards in advance on our web site, at Videomatica, BIZ Books or at the screening. Gift Card holders please RSVP to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by 5pm Friday, January 22nd and arrive at screening by 7:20pm to ensure entry. All seats for Gift Card holders, Ambassadors, Sponsors & Partners must be claimed by 7:20 pm after which unclaimed seats will be released for rush sales. Thank you.

DINNER & MOVIE DEAL

15% off at Boneta Restaurant

Before the movie, visit Boneta Restaurant for dinner and get 15% off dinner plus treats. #1 West Cordova St at Carrall St, just a few blocks from the theatre. Tel 604 684-1844. Bring your ticket print out or use the password: 'Genius Within'.

Event Photographer: Murielle Freoa