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In Twist, a male prostitute named Oliver Twist struggles to maintain his innocence while navigating the dark world of prostitution and drug abuse. Set in Quebec, the film explores themes of domestic violence, incest, and the exploitation of vulnerable adolescents. Twist's journey is marked by encounters with dangerous individuals and experiences that test his resolve. Through it all, he strives to find a way out of this grim reality and find a better life for himself.

John A. Macdonald, a Canadian politician, navigates the challenges of the 1870s in his quest to build the nation of Canada. Despite facing dirty politics and British colonial influence, Macdonald's determination prevails as he strives to unite the Canadian provinces.

This heartwarming story highlights Kingston’s enchanting Christmas traditions, from beautiful streets to the iconic Santa parade. Join us as we celebrate the joy of togetherness, the beauty of second chances, and the magic that makes Christmas truly unforgettable.

P4W: Prison for Women is a documentary that takes an intimate look at the lives of female prisoners in the P4W, a notorious women's prison located in Kingston, Ontario. Through interviews and footage, the film explores the hardships, struggles, and resilience of the incarcerated women as they navigate life behind bars. It sheds light on the complexities of the justice system and the impact of imprisonment on individuals.

Having served three years for armed robbery, Charles Brown has just been released from Kingston Penitentiary with only a suit of clothes and $25 to his name, but he figures he'll be all right since he learned how to do carpentry in prison which should land him steady work. The prison administration provides him with the name of the John Howard Societies if he does need assistance on the outside. He finds that once people know of his record, they won't give him a chance. And even if he doesn't mention his prison sentence, his criminal record eventually catches up with him. Even with the Societies taking on the task, getting a job for Brown is not easy and which will take great powers of persuasion. If no one is willing to give him a break, Brown may need to resort to his old ways and end up just another statistic sent back to prison.