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GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAYS AT THE EMPIRE THEATRE
First Run. Festival Quality. Must See. Cinema. Everyone Welcome. Everyone is welcome!

For more than twenty years now the GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAYS has presented first run, festival quality, must see cinema to audiences in the Quinte region - films that wouldn’t otherwise light up the movie screens in this area. GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAYS is a not-for-profit organization run by a handful of volunteers on behalf of all film lovers.

10/15/2026

Yesterday's GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAY MOVIE, TOW, starring Rose Byrne, earned an audience rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Audience member, Yvonne, says it was "A reminder that tenacity can overcome corruption." and Sharon called it "A real reality check."

10/09/2026

Oscar nominee Rose Byrne stars in this GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAYS screening of TOW, "…a touching story about a real-life hero that fought against greed and obstruction." (Rotten Tomatoes)
"…a David and Goliath story and it's impossible not to root for underdog." —Alliance of Women Film Journalists
Check out the trailer here: https://quintefilmalternative.ca/films/tow/

10/01/2026

Yesterday's movie, Nika and Madison, garnered rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars and lots of rave reviews!
"The road movie I didn't even know I needed." —Allen.
"What an honour to have a Q&A with Eva Thomas for this phenomenal film." —Grace
"Seeing all the Orange Shirts was so inspiring." —Ross
"A beautiful way to commemorate The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Bravo Eva and QFA." —Kelly

09/28/2026

Join the Quinte Film Alternative in commemorating our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by wearing your orange shirts as we welcome special guest, Director Eva Thomas, this GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAY! She will be present for a Q&A after both the 2PM matinee and 7PM evening screenings of her film Nika and Madison. For a taste of what to expect, you can watch the trailer here: https://quintefilmalternative.ca/films/nika-and-madison/

09/25/2026

This GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAY we are screening NIKA AND MADISON. The Globe and Mail calls this film "A Canadian spin on Thelma & Louise" and says that, "the ambitious new drama… has all the fiery spirit of its made-in-Hollywood inspiration…"

"Spectacular film all around…” says Letterbox'd and Rotten Tomatoes calls it "…rich and layered Indigenous storytelling."

It is the perfect film with which to commemorate our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Please remember to wear your orange shirts and stay after to speak with filmmaker, Eva Thomas!

09/17/2026

Our first movie of the season was deemed "A Master Class" by audience member, Carolyn, as our audience gave it 4 out of 5 stars. "I could watch Ian McKellen for hours." says Paula. It seems like everyone is happy to be back in the theatre for the next GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAY season!

09/11/2026

The Quinte Film Alternative is BACK for another GREAT season with special guests and pre-Oscar award buzz! AND we are currently at TIFF scanning for even more movies to screen. Come out this Wednesday for the first film of the season, The Christophers and help us kick off the season right. https://quintefilmalternative.ca/films/the-christophers/

06/12/2026

We had a blast on Wednesday at our Members Only Season Finale Film and Wrap Party! It turns out that a little w**e, a GREAT MOVIE and an after party was just the thing to celebrate the end of our 30th Season! Thanks to all our members and single ticket holders for a memorable season. Check out more pics from our photo booth in our online gallery here: https://quintefilmalternative.ca/qfa-season-gallery/

05/28/2026

Our final film of the 2025/26 season, Holy Days earned 4.1 out of 5 stars and lots of praise from our audience. Eve says it was "A fun film to end with." and Mel has "Already renewed my membership for next season."
Congratulations to Fun Fact Trivia winners of Metro gift cards from LaPalm Moving Systems, Carolyn S. (matinee) and Carol A. (evening).

05/22/2026

Things lighten up for summer with our last film of the 2025/26 Season and our GREAT MOVIE WEDNESDAY screening of Holy Days. Metacritic says it "…is a feel-good joyride about faith, fierce family vibes, and finding hope where you least expect it. Buckle up!" Check out the trailer here: https://quintefilmalternative.ca/films/holy-days/

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Belleville, ON
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