More of Calgary in Film: Exploring the City’s Urban and Architectural Character on Screen
An program of film screenings, and discussions exploring more of Calgary’s urbanism and architecture on screen. Through curated selections and guided conversation, the event examines how the city is represented in cinema—sometimes as itself, often as somewhere else—inviting reflection on Calgary’s spatial identity, rhythms, and character.
Curated by Daniel Hapton
Documentary Screening, Intent: what it means to design (40 min) (12:30 PM) Jesse Roma & James Pincock | Q&A to follow
Student Film Screenings, Architectural Filmmaking in Downtown Calgary (50 min) (1:50 PM) Dan Hapton, Guillaume Carlier & Students Students: Dondre Bailey, Anica Best, Michael de Haan, Edita Hruskovec, Christian Icuspit, Emily Sima, Rhona TePeh, Teya Vlessides, Eason Xia, Carol Zhao
Film Screening, Everybody Altogether Now (80 min) (2:40 PM) Kino Sum Productions | Q&A to Follow Content Warning – the film includes scenes of someone accessing the dark web to purchase illegal drugs, and doing illegal drugs, there is also a short scene of someone nude from behind jumping into the river
Contemporary Calgary is the official venue partner for Design Week Calgary.
Accessibility Note: The Heather Edward Theatre at Contemporary Calgary is wheelchair accessible via elevators and ramps, and the building has designated accessible parking and washrooms. Seating arrangements are inclusive, and volunteers will assist with wayfinding. For sensory-sensitive guests, quiet areas are available, and noise levels will be moderated. The venue supports a calm and inclusive environment for neurodiverse attendees.