The curtain rises on the North Bay Film Festival at noon on Friday at the Capitol Centre.
Officials say the first offering is a free screening of Sing Sing, an inspiring story about the transformative power of art within the prison system.
That’s followed by a free animation workshop (3 pm to 5:30 pm) by industry veterans Aron Dunn and Matt Lyon from Lakeside Animation Studios. Drawing skills are not required.
The Opening Night Gala is at 6:30 pm with a screening of the first two episodes of The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal.
Afterwards, Bryn Hughes, the film’s producer, will be participating in a Question-and-Answer session, plus there’s a gala reception.
The festival continues Saturday and Sunday with international, Canadian, and local films along with filmmaker Q&As, panel discussions, receptions, workshops, and industry events.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: northbayfilmfestival.ca
