Sounds and Pressure: A festive evening of cinema at NFB

A night of film, music, food and community!

Sounds and Pressure, an electrifying story on how reggae made roots in Canada against all odds. 

A vibrant celebration of the Caribbean diaspora and culture in Canada – an unforgettable night of film, music, food, and community. 

Discover reggae’s journey from Kingston to Kensington Market through five compelling stories from reggae revolutionaries that chart how the genre took root in Canada. 

The event will feature a screening of the film series Sounds and Pressure: Reggae in a Foreign Land followed by a live panel discussion with the directors, Chris Flanagan and Graeme Mathieson, alongside Montreal’s own reggae voices. Together, they’ll delve into how the culture has thrived through the power of sound and community.

Also featured:  The exclusive launch of a special exhibit curated by The Afrosonic Innovation Lab,  ‘The String Up’: Celebrating Reggae Histories and Sound System Culture in Montréal.

Experience the exhibit, enjoy the screening, and stick around afterwards. Music provided by CKUT DJs and delicious food on offer by The Caribbean Food Factory throughout the night.

Entry to the event is free, and food and drinks are available to purchase. 

Hosted by the National Film Board of Canada and Co-Presented by CKUT and The Afrosonic Innovation Lab.