The 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival just concluded and we wrap up some of the films we saw. Joining the show again is Todd Pengelly who was last heard just two shows ago on 253: 2023 VIFF Preview. We talk about Anatomy of a Fall, The Promised Land, The Royal Hotel, The Teachers’ Lounge and The Zone of Interest.
Check out the full list of Canadian award winners at VIFF.
Watch Thomas Stoneham-Judge’s interview with the director of Asog.
Read Dakota’s reviews for The Royal Hotel, Only The River Flows, Mr. Dress-Up The Magic of Make-Believe and Fitting In.
Stay tuned for VIFF interviews coming next week!
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