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katcollins

Female, Married, 30 years old

Local musician, writer and [murmur] documentarian Katarina Collins takes you on a tour of the city’s finest for film buffs – from non-traditional screening venues and top-notch programming to best cinema snack bar.

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robin wrote:

Heya! Just thinking of you! Hope you're well and busy with creative wonderful things. Haven't been in touch since the pre-NYE vigilante emails, so high time for a shout out. Just FYI, if I'm not on the VigJus banned list because of having to bail on that show, I'd still love to add my vocal stylings next time around. Keep me posted if there are opps. Cobra sessions are few and far between these days. Anyway, hope to see you out at something before long. Or we should have a drink or a lunch sometime, since our offices are so darn close. Lemme know.

3/4/2008 10:28:50 AM
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robin wrote:

Hey - I'll get them to change it to Katarina. And I'll see if we can actually change your username on the back end too then. More on that to come. Thanks again! Robin

9/6/2007 11:19:02 AM
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robin wrote:

as soon as possible i suppose. but that would be a nice tie in for the film fest, so let's aim for September 1st? That cool? Gives me a few days to get it up before the 6th.

8/21/2007 3:48:22 PM
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Outdoor movie theatre
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dundas square

I've never been a huge fan of the enormous concrete slab that is Dundas Square. Sure, the fountain is nice when it's on, but otherwise the square is just big, empty, and hard to use. This summer's "outer space in an outdoor place" screenings of classics like 2001 and Blade Runner are, in my opinion, an optimal way to put it to good use.
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movie theatre that's really someone's studio
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Trash Palace
Toronto

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Every couple of Fridays, the super-keen and adorable hosts at the Trash Palace open their doors to Toronto's weirdest film fans and show an eclectic mix of 16mm prints. The place is a mix of chair seating and cushion-y floor space, and recent screenings have included a "Chimp Fest" (yes, that's an entire monkey themed evening). No walk-ins allowed, so hit Suspect Video for your advance tickets.
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Toronto International Film Festival programme
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Midnight Madness
Toronto

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TIFF's edgiest programme - Midnight Madness, is a collection of weird, wonderful films from directors who, according to the TIFF website, "prefer to work in genres not usually seen in a festival context". I'm all for collapsing hierarchies between A & B movies, classics & cult classics. Colin Geddes, who programs Midnight Madness, always does it right.
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Best Movie Snacks
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Rainbow Market Square
80 Front Street East, at Jarvis
Toronto M5E 1T4
p: 416.214.7006

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There's a lot to like about the Rainbow chain of movie theatres. They show new releases at much lower prices than the bigger chains, and their decor is way better. The Market Square location has a wicked mural and a piano that plays itself! The best thing about the theatre though, is their popcorn. It's fresher, crunchier, and more buttery than the competition's. Plus, there's a Dominion next door, so if you really want to, you can sneak in stuff like yogurt covered almonds and sesame sticks.
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Place to volunteer
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Cinematheque Ontario
Jackman Hall, 317 Dundas Street West
Toronto M5T 1G4


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Sure, volunteering at film festivals is glamorous. But the year-round prize goes to Cinematheque Ontario, which screens classics and recent international films at the AGO's Jackman Hall. Volunteering there isn't difficult, if you're prompt, responsible, and courteous, but the perks are great! As long as there's a free seat in the theatre, you get to stick around and watch the film. The regulars are a friendly, smart bunch, and the staff are total sweethearts. What more could a film buff want?
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Place to nerd-out about movies
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The Film Reference Library
2 Carlton Street, East Mezzanine
Toronto M5B 1J3
p: 416-967-1517

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Film students are all undoubtedly familiar with the Film Reference Library, but in fact, it's a pretty fun place to hang out even if you don't have homework to do. Their collection includes countless books, magazines, newspaper clippings, scripts, posters, soundtracks and of course, tonnes of movies. There are even viewing stations. The only thing you can't do is bring popcorn.
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non-full-time movie theatre
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Cinecycle
129 Spadina Ave, in the alley
Toronto

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This bicycle repair shop by day, arts & culture venue by night isn't a full time movie theatre, but the events hosted there are always amazing. The Pleasure Dome film & video exhibition group (www.pdome.org) is just one of the many interesting organizations that use this venue. The building is equipped with all manner of film projectors and an owner who makes some of the best lattes in town. This no-frills venue consistently delivers 'best vibes', 'best company' and 'best programming'.
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Way to get my horror fix
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Rue Morgue
2926 Dundas Street West
Toronto

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The Rue Morgue magazine has always been a top notch publication about everything that's scary, gory and twisted in the world of horror. However, with frequent special screenings around town, and the annual Festival of Fear (which this year brought horror giants Dario Argento and George Romero to our fine town), Rue Morgue are quickly becoming a one-stop shop for all things horror related. Check out their screening of Night of the Creeps at the Bloor on Sept 20th. The film is mind-blowing.
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Recently Refurbished Old Movie Theatre
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The Royal
606 College St.
Toronto ON
M6G1B4

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Once part of the now sadly defunct (except for the Fox) Festival Cinemas chain, the Royal has recently been restored to its former art-deco glory. Recently screened international hits such as Werner Herzog's Rescue Dawn and Ingmar Bergman's Saraband run smoothly alongside cult favourites like Demons 2 and Grindhouse. Plus, everything runs for a few days, so you actually have a chance to fit it into your busy schedule. Bonus feature: reclining bucket seats!
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Video store
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First Choice Video Club
Bloor, just east of Ossington, next to the LCBO
Toronto
This family run video store boasts the best VHS collection in the city. If ever there was a film you saw, wished you could see, or heard about from someone else, which you can't find at the usual well-stocked video stores, try First Choice. The collection is catalogued according to release date, so browsing is always and adventure. Truly mind boggling selection.
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croissant
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Rahier Patisserie
1586 Bayview Avenue
Toronto M4G 3C1
p: (416) 482-0917

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They make superb mousses, tarts, eclairs, petits fours, cakes and everything in between, but they won my heart for their soft-yet-crispy-and-flaky, buttery, buttery croissants.
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Place to drink on a patio during the day
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Embassy
223 Augusta Ave
Toronto ON
M5T2L4
p: (416) 591-1132
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This place is run by British ex-pats, and god bless them. It's probably the only place in the city where you can get a pitcher of Pimm's and lemonade, properly garnished with the cucumbers, strawberries, bells & whistles that drink truly requires.
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place to cycle
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the Leslie Street Spit

It's like being someplace far away from the city, but with the entire city skyline in your view.
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gelato
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La Paloma Authentic Gelateria & Cafe
Multiple Locations
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Not only do they have the best gelato in Toronto (in amazing flavours like fig, grapefruit, baccio and tiramisu) but they often stay open till midnight and even later on the hottest summer nights - especially if the nearby public swimming pool is open late!
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bike store
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The Bike Joint
290-1/2 Harbord Street
Toronto M6G 1G6
p: (416) 532-6392

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They're friendly, fast, knowledgeable, and their prices are totally reasonable. If you haven't graduated to the level of bike-love that involves tools and DIY tune ups, these guys are the next best thing.
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