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The Free Thinking Film Society was established in 2007 in Ottawa to provide an outlet for filmmakers and moviegoers alike who are looking for an alternative to the ‘alternative’. In other words, we celebrate the efforts of risk-taking documentarians whose work espouses the values of limited, democratic government, free market economies, equality of opportunity rather than equality of result, and the dignity of the individual, all underscored by a healthy and patriotic respect for Western culture and traditions. Although there are a lot of courageous voices in the non-fiction film industry producing thoughtful pieces of art which reject cultural relativism, central economic planning and American culpability for all that ills the world, you wouldn’t know it by looking at the listings for most art house cinemas.

We’re dedicated to changing that by bringing these exciting and challenging documentaries to Canada’s capital.

For a look at some clips of films we have shown, are about to show, or are considering please click here for our clips page.

Our Next Program:

Bruce Bawer speaks in Ottawa

Bruce Bawer will be giving a public lecture in Ottawa, followed by Q&A and a reception at the Archives.  Bawer has written two books on the threat from Islam:  “While Europe Slept” in 2006 and his current book, “Surrender:  Appeasing Islam, Sacrificing Freedom”.

September 14, 2009, 7:00 PM; Admission is $15.00.

National Archives/Library of Canada - 395 Wellington St.