Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity: Reel Time, Once Upon My Mother

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Reel Time features some of the best films from the Toronto International Film Festival. Organized by Banff Centre, Reel Time has brought alternative cinema to the Bow Valley for over fifteen years.
A mother’s unwavering devotion helps her son, born with a clubfoot in 1963, overcome physical challenges and social barriers. Her powerful promise drives their remarkable journey through life’s ups and downs. Told across decades capturing the trials and miracles of life, Once Upon My Mother is the true, funny and moving story of the greatest love there is: that of a mother for her child. Featuring a rich soundtrack of classic songs from French music icon Sylvie Vartan, this vibrant tribute to enduring motherly love is a crowd-pleasing treat. In 1963, Esther gives birth to Roland, the youngest of a large family. Roland is born with a club foot that prevents him from standing. Against everyone’s advice, she promises her son that he will walk like everyone else and live a full and fabulous life – and she will do everything in her power to keep this promise and help him fulfil this incredible destiny.

Event Artists

Ken Scott

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity: Reel Time, Once Upon My Mother

Date/Time
Monday, December 8, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location
Lux Cinema Banff
229 Bear St
Banff, AB
Canada, T1L 1H8

Price
$13

Phone
587-977-1378

Website
https://www.banffcentre.ca/events/reel-time-once-upon-my-mother?event_timestamp=2025-12-08T19:00:00

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