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The War Game at Cinecity
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The War Game at Cinecity

Jul 7, 2026
0h 14m
★ 0.0

Overview

When Peter Watkins’ banned nuclear war masterpiece "The War Game" reached Toronto in 1967, it found an unlikely home at Cinecity, a new cinema determined to challenge audiences. Drawing on archival research and eyewitness accounts, this documentary explores the film’s enduring impact and the role Cinecity played in shaping Canadian film culture.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Severin Films

Cast

Peter Watkins

Self (Archival footage)

Peter Watkins

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