Everyone is thinking about back to school, but fall is also a great time for new movies. From lesser-known productions to IMAX jaw-droppers to a spectacularly soggy film fest, there’s lots to look forward to.
For all my anime fans out there, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba—The Movie: Infinity Castle will be in theatres on September 12. The Infinity Castle arc is the climax of the story, where the Demon Slayer corps enters the demon castle to defeat the Upper Six Moons and Muzan Kibutsuji himself. It’s a must-see for any lover of shonen or anyone who loves animation, because Ufotable really brings their all to this franchise. I went to see the premiere of season three in theatres back in 2023 and I was blown away. The next instalment of the series is highly anticipated.
Royal BC Museum’s IMAX has some gems coming this season, starting off with Wild Rescue, running from September 5 to 14. This film is based on the work of the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network and recounts the heartwarming tales of some animals they’ve helped. A sensory-friendly viewing will be available on September 7.
There will also be showings of David Gilmour Live at the Circus Maximus, Rome on September 17 and 18. This film shows performances from Gilmour’s 2024 Rome tour. Gilmour plays tracks from his most recent album Luck and Strange alongside some classic Pink Floyd songs such as “Sorrow” and “High Hopes.”
Students can attend IMAX films for $12 with valid student ID; I loved going to IMAX on field trips in elementary school, so I’m really excited to take advantage of that student discount and watch some of these. Check out their site if you’re interested in these films or exploring what else they have to offer.
SilverCity has a foreign film, The Legend of Hei 2, running from September 4 to 10. This is a Chinese film with beautiful animation continuing the beloved saga of the cat-like spirit Xiao Hei, promising evolved battles, new allies, and a broader supernatural world.
The Ocean Film Festival will be coming to Victoria at The Vic Theatre on October 9. They will be showing a variety of ocean-related films from above and below the surface. They will also have different stands from Canadian wildlife protection groups that sponsor the festival, like the Pacific Salmon Foundation and Ocean Wise. Living on Vancouver Island my whole life, I’ve always loved going to the beach and learning about the ocean, so I’m hoping to go.
I’m going to see Demon Slayer and Wild Rescue. The rest I’ve mentioned have my attention, but those two are must-sees for me. This is just a drop in the ocean of all the movies coming out this season, so dive in and find your new favourite movie this fall.