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Radiant City is a 2006 Canadian film directed by Gary Burns and Jim Brown, focusing on the suburban life of the fictional Moss family in Evergreen, Calgary. The film critiques suburban sprawl, highlighting the isolation and reliance on cars despite the proximity of amenities. The narrative contrasts the positive outlook of Anne Moss with the more critical perspectives of her husband Evan and their children, who recognize the flaws in their new lifestyle.
The film is structured as a mockumentary, revealing its fictional nature at the end. It features interviews with experts such as Ken Greenberg and James Howard Kunstler, filmed in various North American suburbs. These expert insights are interspersed with the Moss family's experiences, emphasizing the film's critical stance on modern suburban living.
Why Watch
- •See the Moss family's suburban life in Evergreen, Calgary.
- •Meet experts like Ken Greenberg discussing suburban issues.
- •Find out why suburban life can feel isolating.
Did You Know
•The film won the Genie Award for Best Documentary at the 28th Genie Awards.
•Radiant City has a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 15 critics.
•It premiered at the 2006 Toronto International Film Festival.
•The film was released on DVD on March 4, 2008.
Perfect For
Suburban living critiquesCanadian cinema fansMockumentary enthusiasts