Before he was a household name, Nicolas Winding Refn made his mark with his 1996 debut, *PUSHER*. This cult classic established him as an uncompromising filmmaker of great talent, and now you can experience it in a stunning restoration at the Fox Theatre in the Beaches.
What to Expect
The *PUSHER* trilogy showcases Refn’s skill in blending moody atmospherics and frenetic action, revealing the humanity in violent criminals and how any pusher is just one bad deal away from ruin. The story follows Frank (Kim Bodnia), a small-time drug dealer facing the worst week of his life. After a complicated heroin deal goes wrong, he loses both the money and the drugs, leaving him deeply in debt to the Balkan drug lord, Milo. As the pressure mounts throughout the week, Frank struggles to repay the money while dealing with Milo’s growing frustration and his own self-destructive tendencies.
The Venue
Located at 2236 Queen Street East, the Fox Theatre is one of the oldest operating cinemas in Canada. It’s a fantastic venue to experience gritty, atmospheric cinema. After the film, take a stroll down to the boardwalk to clear your head or grab a late-night snack in the vibrant Beaches neighbourhood. Don't miss this chance to see a piece of cult cinema history on the big screen.
