Where: Dave Barber Cinematheque
When: 2026-07-09 || Show 7:00pm
Event Details:
Director: Gaspar Noé Run Time: 97 min.
Format: DCP Rating: R
Release Year:
2018
Language: French with English subtitles
From director Gaspar Noé ( Irreversible , Enter the Void , Love ) comes a hypnotic, hallucinatory, and ultimately hair-raising depiction of a party that descends into delirium over the course of one wintry night. In Climax , a troupe of young dancers gathers in a remote and empty school building to rehearse. Following an unforgettable opening performance lit by virtuoso cinematographer Benoît Debie ( Spring Breakers , Enter the Void ) and shot by Noé himself, the troupe begins an all-night celebration that turns nightmarish as the dancers discover they’ve been pounding cups of sangria laced with potent LSD. Tracking their journey from jubilation to chaos and full-fledged anarchy, Noé observes crushes, rivalries, and violence amid a collective psychedelic meltdown. Starring Sofia Boutella ( Atomic Blonde ) and a cast of professional dancers, Climax is Noé’s most brazen and visionary statement yet.
Join us for our Staff Picks series, where our Winnipeg Film Group staff select and introduce new and old favourites. This month’s selection was chosen by Cinematheque projectionist Nathan Flores. Generously sponsored by IATSE 856 Manitoba.
Content warning: This film includes flashing lights and strobe effects, along with graphic depictions of violence and sexual assault.
Series: McDonald at The Movies
Showtimes:
Thu, Jul 9: 7:00pm - https://davebarbercinematheque.com/purchase/10944/