Unsung Canadian Heroes: Fathers
Fathers. Where would we be without them? Nowhere, in fact. We wouldn't even exist. This Father's Day, enjoy 5 films about dad.
Author : Julie Matlin
Julie is a freelance writer who was formerly the Head of Social Media for the National Film Board. Her background in the film industry, her work as a writer and her affinity for connecting with people made her a natural fit for the NFB. Her favourite films include The Big Snit, Strange Invaders, RiP! A Remix Manifesto and the interactive project, Flawed.
These Bizarre Films Have a Story to Tell
Sometimes, the strangest films make the best teaching tools. After all, the bizarre is highly memorable. Enjoy 5 bizarre films created outside the box.
The Masters Series: Grant Munro
Grant Munro was one of the pioneers in the animation studio at the NFB. Hired by Norman McLaren right out of art school, he started off in the titles department....
Unsung Canadian Heroes: Doctors
We're delving right back into our series about Everyday Heroes with an obvious choice - doctors. Enjoy 5 films that demonstrate their work.
Watch a Norman McLaren-Inspired Ballet Performance
The National Ballet of Canada, the NFB, and Ex-Machina come together to bring us Frame by Frame, a ballet inspired by the works of Norman McLaren.
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Whales
Whales are magnificent creatures, capturing the imagination and admiration of people everywhere. Watch 5 films about these mammals who live in the water.
Unsung Canadian Heroes: Mothers
In this installment of the Unsung Canadian Heroes series, we look at 5 films about mothers. From animated films to documentary, it's a subject close to our hearts.
Let Us Be Your Netflix Recommend – Spring 2018 Edition
Welcome to the spring edition of our Netflix Recommends series, in which we pair 5 new theatrical releases with films from our own collection.
Understanding the Hippie Movement
Watch 5 films that examine different elements of the hippie movement, a phenomenon that started in the US in the 1960s and swept the globe.
The Masters Series: Bill Mason
There is no better way to celebrate the imminent arrival of spring than by binge-watching a bunch of Bill Mason films. This was a man who worshipped nature.
Mark World Press Freedom Day
Thursday, May 3, is World Press Freedom Day, a day designed to honour freedom of the press and freedom of expression. Mark the occasion with these 4 films.
NSFC – Not Safe For Classrooms
While the NFB is known for its documentaries, animation, and educational films, we've also got a treasure trove of subversive films in our collection.