A Clockwork Orange

January 15, 2025

Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of January

We’re well into awards season. We’ve just had the Golden Globes ceremony. The Academy Awards will be on March 2 and bets are being placed. Which films and people will be nominated? Which will take home one or more Oscars? Let’s start with the contenders playing at the ByTowne and the Mayfair in the latter half of January.

Cinema, General, Sights & Sounds

August 15, 2024

Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of August

There are a lot of classic films from the 1960s and 70s on the roster this month, but there are still a few brand-new critically acclaimed movies to see. Check out Barb Popel’s recommendations.

Cinema, Sights & Sounds

April 14, 2023

Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the second half of April 2023

For the second half of April, Ottawa’s independent theatres are screening a myriad of films for our enjoyment. Let’s see what they have to offer…

Cinema, Sights & Sounds

March 31, 2023

Magic in the Dark: What’s playing at Ottawa’s independent cinemas in the first half of April 2023

Spring is in the air (never mind the occasional snow flurry), so no excuse—go to the movies! What better venues than our wonderful independent cinemas?

Cinema, Sights & Sounds