PLOT : In a desperate bid to boost his plummeting approval ratings, the U.S. President is convinced to spark a cold war—hey, what about Canada, eh?! The government rolls out a propaganda campaign, painting the peaceful northern neighbour as a looming threat. Taking the message a bit too seriously, an overenthusiastic Niagara Falls sheriff, Bud Boomer, leads a misguided charge to expose the so-called northern threat. As paranoia spreads, chaos ensues with absurd cross-border stunts, including sabotage missions, anti-Canada rallies, and even an invasion plan. The situation continues to spiral as the sheriff and his ragtag group of patriots plunge deeper into their delusions.
Michael Moore. 
is an American filmmaker, author, and activist known for his bold documentaries. Born in Flint, Michigan, Moore rose to prominence with Roger & Me (1989), which critiqued General Motors and its impact on his hometown. His following films, including the Academy Award-winning Bowling for Columbine (2002), Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004), and the satirical comedy Canadian Bacon (1995), which humorously critiques U.S. foreign policy, explored themes like gun violence, the Iraq War, and healthcare. Moore’s work challenges corporate power, government policies, and social issues, using humour and controversy to spark debate. His provocative style continues to influence American cinema and activism.
Length 1h 31min
Year 1995
Cast
John Candy, Alan Alda, Rhea Perlman, Kevin Pollak, Rip Torn, Kevin J. O’Connor, Bill Nunn, G. D. Spradlin, Jim Belushi, Steven Wright,
Distribution Park Circus Group
Production Dog Eat Dog Films, Gramercy Pictures, Maverick Picture Company, Polygram Filmed Entertainment, Propaganda Films
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Tue. July 1st08:45 PMOutdoorBirra Moretti Theatre, Distillery DistrictToronto
