REEL Politics Film Series
About this Event
Final screening of 2025 series: The Battle of Algiers (1966)
July 8th, 2026
Paratrooper commander Colonel Mathieu (Jean Martin), a former French Resistance fighter during World War II, is sent to 1950s Algeria to reinforce efforts to squelch the uprisings of the Algerian War. There he faces Ali la Pointe (Brahim Haggiag), a former petty criminal who, as the leader of the Algerian Front de Liberation Nationale, directs terror strategies against the colonial French government occupation. As each side resorts to ever-increasing brutality, no violent act is too unthinkable.
Doors @5:30pm, show starts ~6
A FILM SERIES DEDICATED TO THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY OF POLITICAL LIFE.
REEL Politics is an innovative 8 film series of evenings designed to bring people together at the intersection of politics, culture, and storytelling.
Designed to spark conversation and inspire curiosity, the eight films selected offer a mix of fun, earnest, and borderline surreal perspectives on political life. Each evening will feature special guest observations on the themes or production of the film.
Profits from this series will be used to support the and the . Our goal support young Canadians who are eager to get involved in public life, equipping them with the tools, experience, and networks they need to make a meaningful impact.
Whether you're a politico, wonk, or just love a good story, REEL Politics invites you to join us for eight nights that will entertain, inform, and (hopefully) inspire. Come for the movie (and the free popcorn!), and help encourage young people and stimulating conversations.
REEL Politics is organized by local volunteers including Mollie Anderson, Jennifer Robson, Kathleen Davis, Isobel Haddow, Samantha Wilkie, Erica Martin, Chris Schlesak and Bruce Anderson. We are grateful for support from a diverse group of generous sponsors, and help in promotion from National Newswatch, Politico, Hill Times and Spark Advocacy.
VISIT OUR SITE TO LEARN MORE: https://reelpolitics.ca
EMAIL: [email protected]
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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS AND GENEROUS DONORS!
Agnico Eagle, Sun Life Financial, The Motion Picture Association - Canada, Glencore, Teck Resources, Abacus Data, Bell, Warner Bros., The Federation of Canadian Municipalities, The Canadian Real Estate Association, The Mining Association of Canada, Politico, spark*advocacy, Rogers, RBC, National Newswatch, The Hill Times, Northstar Public Affairs, Rio Tinto, iPolitics, TC Energy, Railway Association of Canada, Manulife, Canfor, Canadian Bankers Association, Bytowne Cinema
Tim Orr, Doug Hewson, Peter Mansbridge and Cynthia Dale, Rick Anderson, Bruce Anderson and Nancy Jamieson, Seth Richards, Laliit Aggarwall
PROCEEDS TO SUPPORT
Jaimie Anderson Parliamentary Internships
Carleton University Graduate Program in Political Management
Agenda
🕑: 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Prime Minister (2025)
Info: Screening with special guests!
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 50.00
