The 400 Blows is among the few films that leave me staring spellbound at the screen after they’re over. The autobiographical first feature of writer/director François Truffaut, founder of the French New Wave, stars Jean-Pierre Léaud as lifelong alter ego Antoine Doinel in the riveting performance that launched both exceptional careers. Set in a dingy, Dickensian Paris of the late 1950s, the Balzac-worshipping Antoine is disliked by both parents, suffers at school, and is on his way to becoming a delinquent—or an artist. Winner of Best Director prize at the Cannes Film Festival in 1959, The 400 Blows continues to be one of the finest coming-of-age films ever made.

Once a month, Melanie Friesen invites a distinguished guest to present his/her favourite film. After the screening, audiences and guests have the opportunity to discuss the film over drinks and snacks in our spacious lounge. BUY TICKETS

Cinema Salon tickets are available in advance:
• on-line at www.vifc.org
• in person at the Vancouver International Film Centre during regular box office hours

Call the FILM INFO LINE: 604.683.FILM (3456) for the latest info and listings. Tickets can be purchased in advance on-line at www.vifc.org or in person 30 minutes before showtime.

To see films at the Vancity Theatre, you must-with a few exceptions-be age 19 or older and be a member of our registered non-profit society. This is because we are allowed to screen films that have not been seen by Consumer Protection BC. By joining the society, you are entitled to attend the next Annual General Meeting. Valid for one year based on the date of purchase, the VIFC basic membership cost is $2.00.

For More Membership Information go to http://www.vifc.org/membership.html.

Vancity Theatre is located at 1181 Seymour St. (at Davie)