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Switch
Movie

Switch(2011)

6.3
tomato33%
NR
104Minutes

In Switch (2011), a police detective and a psychopath find their lives intertwined when they accidentally swap bodies. As they navigate this surreal situation, they become embroiled in a twisted game of mistaken identity, leading to unexpected consequences. With elements of action, crime, and thriller, Switch explores themes of identity, deception, and the dark depths of the human psyche.

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Ababooned
Movie

Ababooned(2024)

6.6
94Minutes

Set in the Faubourg à mélasse district of Montreal, Quebec, in the 1950s, the film centres on a conflict between the Roman Catholic Church and a young team of baseball players.

Fly by Night
Tv Show

Fly by Night (1991)

7.1

Fly by Night is a Canadian adventure series co-produced by France, Canada and The United States that aired for one season in 1991 and was part of CBS' Crimetime After Primetime in the United States. The show stars David James Elliott as Mack, François Guétary as Jean-Philippe Pasteur, both pilots for a small time airline "Slick Air" owned by Sally Slick.

A Shit Day
Movie

A Shit Day(2023)

6.2
91Minutes

Drowning under the abuses of her narcissist ex husband and condescending Lotto-Gold superior, a young single mother on the brink of a mental breakdown is sent to the middle of nowhere to interview a strange hermit.

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Underground
Movie

Underground(2020)

6.6
97Minutes

Maxime is a young Valdorian who works in a gold mine. As he experiences several difficulties as he goes through life, he will question his definition of masculinity. It's with the help of the tightly knit brotherhood of colleagues in the mine that he will find the necessary support to overcome a feeling of stubborn guilt which prevents him from achieving happiness. Until the day an explosion breaks out underground. As part of the rescue mission, Maxime descends into the mine lair with the firm intention of bringing each of his colleagues back to the surface alive.

This compelling documentary explores Canadian film culture and tries to discover what defines Canadian film through interviews with notable filmmakers.

Maisonneuve
Tv Show

Maisonneuve (2024)

Over six episodes, Maisonneuve looks at the repercussions flowing from the arrest of 11 students at Montreal’s Collège de Maisonneuve as they prepared to join the ranks of the Islamic State in Syria. From the initial shock to a gradual opening for dialogue, the series follows the paths of six exceptional young people who share their points of view. Through their eyes, Maisonneuve highlights both the importance and the fragility of living together in harmony in Quebec.

Those Who Make Revolution Halfway Only Dig Their Own Graves
Movie

Those Who Make Revolution Halfway Only Dig Their Own Graves(2016)

6.6
tomato100%
183Minutes

Province of Quebec, Canada, the Maple Spring, 2012. Driven by frustration and the desire to find a new life, Klas Batalo, Ordine Nuovo, Tumulto and Giutizia form a counter-cultural group, a radical cell guided by a deep hostility to the established order that they manifest through terribly ambiguous political expressions, Molotov cocktails and guerrilla tactics, seeking to sow mayhem in Montreal as a prelude to the overthrow of the government.

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Billie Blue
Movie

Billie Blue(2023)

6
116Minutes

Follow the summer of Billie's 16th birthday, a lifeguard at the water park, with her two best friends, Rosine and Juliette, as well as her perfect big sister, Annette. Billie's summer is quickly turned upside down when she falls in love with a charming cycling champion.

2 Seconds
Movie

2 Seconds(1998)

6.6
100Minutes

2 Seconds is a 1998 Canadian film about Laurie, a lesbian bicycle courier in Montreal, who becomes obsessed with an underground bike race. As she trains for the race, she battles with her own personal issues and forms new relationships along the way. Fueled by passion and determination, Laurie sets out to prove her worth in the male-dominated world of extreme biking.

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The Rose Family
Movie

The Rose Family(2020)

7.7
129Minutes

The Rose Family is a documentary film that delves into the history of the influential Rose family during the tense October Crisis in Quebec. It highlights their involvement in the sovereignty movement, their connection to the Front de libération du Québec (FLQ), and the impact of terrorism on their lives. The film offers a comprehensive exploration of Quebec nationalism and the struggle for independence.

Breathe
Movie

Breathe(2022)

7.4
90Minutes

Fouad, a 15-year-old Moroccan immigrant, and Max, a 27-year-old "old stock" Quebecer, both live frustrating lives. Their respective destinies lead them face to face, in a situation from which neither will emerge unscathed.

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I've Had It
Movie

I've Had It(1973)

4.5
89Minutes

A Parisian named Cartier living in Quebec City and employee of a major English Canadian insurance company is promoted to a job in Vancouver. He brings along his annoying and hyperactive Quebecquer wife and his two young kids. Rolling on a trailer van and with no knowledge of the English language, it becomes a Trans-Canadian wacky journey for the French-speaking family, and might influence Mr.Cartier to reconsider accepting this important position...

It Will Always End in the End
Movie

It Will Always End in the End(2024)

16Minutes

Gabriel Drolet-Maguire, a designer living in Montreal, takes us into their artistic world to discuss their HIV diagnosis. This is a timely and hopeful look at past and present day HIV/AIDS activism in Quebec.

The Blueberry Blues
Movie

The Blueberry Blues

90Minutes

Summer unveils a new blueberry season in northern Canada. The fields are covered in blue and workers from all over scramble before the frost puts an end to the harvest. And yet this time of year is much more than just picking: it's a time of music and connection.

North of Albany
Movie

North of Albany(2022)

6.4
90Minutes

Annie frantically flees Montreal for the US with her young son, Felix and teenage daughter, Sarah, fearing the repercussions after Sarah severely injures her school bully. When their car breaks down just outside a small town in the Adirondacks, the family is stranded. Paul, a single father and the town's lone mechanic, isn't able to fix the car until the following week. Annie's stubborn insistence to leave town at all costs comes head-to-head with Paul's unwillingness to give in. When Sarah realizes that her secret is out in the open, she runs away, forcing Annie and Paul to join forces to find her. When Paul's traumatic past is revealed, Annie realizes that she is not the only one running and comes to terms with facing the music.

Discover a curated collection of movies and TV shows that showcase the unique Québécois culture and storytelling. Immerse yourself in the richness of Québec's art and entertainment scene with these captivating productions that feature authentic settings, captivating narratives, and talented Québécois actors. Whether you're a fan of the French language or simply interested in exploring new cultures, this selection will transport you to the heart of Québec. From iconic Québécois films to popular TV series, SimilarWatch brings you the best of Québécois cinema and television.

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