UPROAR – Galaxy Cinemas

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 – 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Galaxy Cinemas, 72 Commerce Park Drive, Barrie, ON L4N 8W8

Comedy / Drama | 110 Min. | New Zealand | PG
Language: English and Māori

PG – content advisory: bullying, some violence

Directed by Paul Middleditch and Hamish Bennett
Cast: Julian Dennison, Minnie Driver, Erana James, Rhys Darby, James Rolleston

Tickets: $10
General Admission.

“Dennison once again brings his signature warmth, humour, and pathos for a singular and deeply affecting performance.” – Marya E. Gates, RogerEbert.com

“It’s an engaging and affecting story of confusion, anger, bravery, and rebellion, but also of love, freedom, and joy.” – Kat Halstead, Common Sense Media

“A laugh-out-loud-funny drama that adeptly delves into complicated issues of allyship and racial identity.” – Victor Stiff, That Shelf

In 1981 New Zealand, 17-year-old Josh Waaka (Julian Dennison) navigates rugby-centric St Gilbert’s College. Amidst the Springboks’ tour and national protests, he embraces acting and his Māori heritage. Josh faces a choice: conform or stand up for family, future, and identity. “Uproar” is his heartwarming journey against a nation’s struggle.

Please note this screening is in a smaller auditorium so there are limited seats. Tickets are available through the “Buy Tickets” link, or in-person the day of screening, subject to availability. Box office opens one hour before showtime. Tickets are not sold through Galaxy Cinema’s box office.

Barrie Film Festival is funded by the City of Barrie