Join us at the Rio Theatre – and toast National Canadian Film Day (April 18) – with the Vancouver Premiere of director David Strasser’s, DELINQUENT, the first feature-length film to be shot on British Columbia’s Salt Spring Island.

DELINQUENT tells the inspirational story of a rebellious teenager on a downward spiral. Jakob Levin is sentenced by the courts to serve his time on an organic farm run by his uncle. Put to work with a bunch of misfit interns, he soon discovers that not everything is as idyllic as it first appears, and beneath the beauty of the farm, potentially malevolent forces are at play. With Jessie Platt, Julian Paul, and Katie Hayashida. Cast and crew in attendance for Q&A!

DELINQUENT had its World Premiere at the Whistler Film Festival and was nominated for the Borsos Award for Best Canadian Feature. It won Best Canadian Film at the Canada West Film Festival, and was awarded the Independent Spirit Award, Best Actor, and Best Script Awards at the Chilliwack Independent Film Festival. In addition, Delinquent was nominated for the Norman McLaren Award at the Montreal World Film Festival, was a finalist for Best Canadian Feature at the Regina International Film Festival, and was an official selection at Ottawa Indie Fest and the Durham Regional International Film Festival. With Jessie Platt, Julian Paul, and Katie Hayashida.

Thursday, April 19
Doors 6:00 pm Movie 6:30 pm

Advance tickets $10 | $12 at the door

*Must be 19+ w/ID for entry and bar service.
**Rio Theatre Groupons and passes OK! Please redeem at the door.
About the Director:

David Strasser is an award-winning film director, screenwriter, and a member of the Directors Guild of Canada. His short-films, music videos, and documentaries have played at festivals worldwide and have been acquired for international distribution. David’s body of work is diverse, but often focuses on youth-oriented stories, social and cultural issues, and alternative lifestyles. Bolivian born, David was raised in Calgary before relocating to Vancouver. In addition to studying Film Production at Vancouver Film School, David has two degrees from the University of British Columbia, where he studied Psychology, Philosophy, and ultimately graduated with a Juris Doctorate in Law. His interests include organic farming, mountain sports, and photography.

DELINQUENT (David Strasser, 2018 / 97 mins) A rebellious teen is sentenced to serve time on his uncle’s organic farm, only to learn that there’s much more to the farm than meets the eye.