Winnipeg is the geographical center of North America, a city described by its filmmaker as a "frozen hellhole" and a site of personal and civic myth.
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Winnipeg is the geographical center of North America, a city described by its filmmaker as a "frozen hellhole" and a site of personal and civic myth.
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Synopsis
Guy Maddin, played by Darcy Fehr, attempts to escape Winnipeg, his hometown. The film depicts the city where the Red and Assiniboine rivers meet, a location referred to as "the Forks." Maddin narrates his thoughts, blending personal memories with fictional elements. He describes local myths, such as a secret underground river system. Commissioned by the Documentary Channel, Maddin offers a blend of reality and imagination through a narrative that reflects his complex relationship with Winnipeg. The film, released in 2008, runs for 80 minutes.
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Why Watch
- Meet Guy Maddin's surreal take on Winnipeg
- Find out about Winnipeg's secret underground rivers
- See how a city can be mythologized through film
Did You Know
- The film was originally titled Love Me, Love My Winnipeg.
- My Winnipeg won Best Canadian Feature Film at the 2007 Toronto International Film Festival.
- The film is described as a 'docu-fantasia' by Guy Maddin.
- Winnipeg is noted as the geographical center of North America.
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Who directed the film My Winnipeg?
My Winnipeg was directed and written by Guy Maddin.
What year was My Winnipeg released?
My Winnipeg was released in 2007.
What awards did My Winnipeg win?
My Winnipeg won the Best Canadian Feature Film at the 2007 Toronto International Film Festival and the Best Documentary at the 2008 San Francisco Film Critics Circle Awards.
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