2011's hidden cinematic gems

by Eli Glasner Posted: December 28, 2011 1:00 AM Last Updated: December 23, 2011 1:14 PM

Categories: Movies

Tags: 2011, a separation, attack the block, beginners, cunningham, films, four lions, gems, guard, the whistleblower

A fashionable documentary, an international thriller based on a horrifying true story and a darkly comic film about suicide bombers. CBC's Eli Glasner shares his picks of 2011's hidden cinematic gems -- movies you may have missed, but should definitely watch.
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10 pop culture moments of 2011

by Susan Noakes Posted: December 27, 2011 1:00 AM Last Updated: January 3, 2012 8:28 AM

Categories: Movies, Music, Social Media, Television

Tags: Bridesmaids, Charlie Sheen, Lars von Trier, Melissa McCarthy, Ryan gosling, William Shatner


Charlie Sheen held a bipolar walk, The Sheepdogs were on the cover of Rolling Stone and Ryan Gosling and Lady Gaga were everywhere in 2011. Plus, we said goodbye to Harry Potter and hello to Melissa McCarthy.
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Viral video hits of 2011

by Jessica Wong Posted: December 25, 2011 6:00 AM Last Updated: December 28, 2011 11:34 AM

Categories: Social Media

Tags: ad, babies, cover, cute, kids, lonely island, online, popular, rebecca black, singing, video, viral, wedding, youtube

Canadians are the world's most avid viewers of online video and, while we do watch news-related content, it's often quirky, silly and adorable offerings that grab us. CBC Arts takes a look back at some of 2011's most entertaining viral videos.
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Top films of 2011

by Eli Glasner Posted: December 23, 2011 9:52 AM Last Updated: December 23, 2011 4:06 PM

Categories: Movies

Tags: 2011, beginners, best, Café de flore, film, hanna, harry potter, kung fu panda, list, margin call, moneyball, separation, The Tree of Life, trip

After enduring another year of sequels, slumps, superheroes and general CGI cacophony, CBC's Eli Glasner takes a look back at the year's contributions to cinema and the 2011 films that enchanted, surprised and provoked. Along with the best of the best, he explores the movie fads now here for good and the small films that had something to say.
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A message from Middle Earth

by Susan Noakes Posted: December 21, 2011 2:58 PM Last Updated: December 21, 2011 5:14 PM

Categories: Movies

Tags: Lord of the Rings, Martin Freeman, Peter Jackson, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Peter Jackson has released a sneak peak of his The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, with the proviso that you still have to wait another year to see it. Much of his vision of Middle Earth is familiar from his blockbuster film trilogy The Lord of the Rings, but there's a new hero: Bilbo Baggins in a new incarnation, played by Martin Freeman.
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FILM REVIEW: Mission: Impossible vs. Sherlock Holmes

by Eli Glasner Posted: December 16, 2011 1:40 PM Last Updated: December 16, 2011 5:28 PM

Categories: Movies

Tags: brad bird, guy ritchie, mission: impossible - ghost protocol, robert downey jr., sherlock holmes - game of shadows, tom cruise

The blockbuster franchises Mission: Impossible and Sherlock Holmes go toe-to-toe at the box office. Both feature big stars, action-packed set pieces and directors with something to prove. But which one will be an early gift for movie fans? CBC's Eli Glasner takes tally.
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FILM REVIEW: Young Adult

by Eli Glasner Posted: December 16, 2011 1:01 AM Last Updated: December 16, 2011 2:27 PM

Categories: Movies

Tags: charlize theron, diablo cody, jason reitman, patton oswalt, young adult

A caustic swipe at a high school fantasy gone sour, Young Adult offers a fearless, unsentimental performance by Charlize Theron and great support from comedian Patton Oswalt. The latest collaboration between the director and writer of hit comedy Juno isn't quite a crowd-pleaser, but delivers some pointed pleasure for the holiday season.
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FILM REVIEW: Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

by Eli Glasner Posted: December 16, 2011 1:00 AM Last Updated: December 19, 2011 8:10 AM

Categories: Movies

Tags: drama, gary oldman, spy, thriller, tinker tailor soldier spy

Gary Oldman stars as George Smiley, an anti-James Bond, in the new revision of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. The film is packed with strong performances, but its story -- filled with subtle hints and winks -- may leave many in the dark.
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Louis C.K.'s internet gamble pays off

by Susan Noakes Posted: December 15, 2011 1:51 PM Last Updated: December 15, 2011 4:33 PM

Categories: Social Media

Tags: independent production, internet, Louis C.K. Live at the Beacon Theatre


American comedian Louis C.K. wrote, performed, produced and edited his latest comedy special, Louis C.K. Live at the Beacon Theater, then offered it online without digital locks for $5 US. The internet experiment is being regarded as a success after he recouped his investment, with minimal illegal downloads.
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Ryan Gosling is Time's coolest person

by Susan Noakes Posted: December 15, 2011 11:46 AM Last Updated: December 19, 2011 3:33 PM

Categories: Movies

Tags: coolest person of the year, Ryan Gosling, Time magazine

In an honour presented with tongue firmly in cheek, Time columnist Joel Stein has named actor Ryan Gosling the magazine's "coolest person of the year." Overlooking the actor's Canadian origins and stint as a Mouseketeer, Stein gives Gosling the nod for his smooth public persona and for his 2011 films: Drive, The Ides of March and Crazy, Stupid, Love.
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