CONTROL
BY MIA NICHOL
WILLIAM WHYTE
"Control" examines the complex role of police presence in the William Whyte neighbourhood. The film challenges preconceived notions about safety and community in the North End, highlighting the constant surveillance and interventions by law enforcement. The police, acting as a machine of control, attempt to regulate the neighbourhood, creating a sense of tension between safety and individual freedom. The film raises questions about the effectiveness and impact of policing on marginalized communities, prompting viewers to consider alternative approaches to community safety and well-being.
MECHANICS OF ELMWOOD
BY JASPER EUNG
ELMWOOD
In Elmwood, a historic neighborhood in Northeast Winnipeg, it’s easy to find the vestiges of an earlier industrial era. Bridges, railway spur lines, and large industrial sites carve up the neighbourhood. Today that industrial landscape is occupied by a thriving network of vehicle service shops. The film "Mechanics of Elmwood" explores this industry as a part of the machinery of the city. This film follows a person walking down Stadacona, searching for a shop to repair their car. With so many shops located in one area, how do they know which mechanic is perfect for the job?
REACHING ST. BONIFACE
BY KAREN SERVIDAD
CENTRAL ST. BONIFACE
"Reaching St. Boniface" explores the role of bridges as part of the urban machinery that shaped the cultural landscape of Central Saint Boniface. The film traces the history of river crossings, from the early ferry to the current Provencher Bridge and Esplanade Riel, highlighting their impact on the neighbourhood's walkability and connection to downtown Winnipeg. These bridges act as physical extensions of the land, facilitating movement and interaction between the two halves of the city, and promoting cultural and economic exchange.
FOLLOWING RAIN
BY SHIZA JAWED
NORWOOD WEST
"Following Rain" explores the landscape machinery implemented to mitigate flooding events in Norwood West. The film explores the rain cycle through the infrastructure implemented at both the scale of the neighborhood and the city: the floodway at the scale of the city, and the flood protection strategy at the scale of the neighborhood. It answers the question of where rainwater goes after it falls into a puddle. In the film, a person follows the path traversed by rainwater as it merges into the flood prevention systems in place. The natural and structural machines of each strategy merge into one system.
LATE FOR DINNER
BY KIARA DELL’ACQUA
RIVERVIEW
"Late for Dinner" explores the irony of Riverview's walkable design being overrun by cars. The film depicts the dominance of cars in the neighbourhood, part of the machinery of transportation in modern cities. Many arrive here because of the neighbourhood’s close proximity to amenities on Osborne Street. The difficulty of finding parking and the congestion caused by parked vehicles create an uninviting atmosphere for outsiders and challenge the intended walkability of the community.
UNMOVING
BY JULIA RENDULIC
LORD ROBERTS
"Unmoving" cuts back and forth between the experience of the new rapid transit system and the congestion of car traffic in Lord Roberts – two levers in the machinery of urban transportation. The film suggests that the imagined speed of car travel is an illusion. In contrast, public transit as an eco-friendly option, reducing traffic and promoting a healthier environment. The rapid transit system offers a solution to the challenges posed by car-centric urban planning, showcasing the potential for a more sustainable and livable city, a more humane machine.
FLOW DISRUPTED
BY AKSHANSH SOOD
EARL GREY
"Flow Disrupted" examines the impact of road barriers on the urban landscape of Earl Grey. The film explores how these pieces of urban machinery, designed to control traffic flow, also disrupt pedestrian movement and reshape the experience of the neighbourhood. These barriers, while serving a practical purpose, also represent control, disruption, and adaptation, influencing how residents and visitors interact with the space. The film highlights the subtle ways in which even simple structures can shape urban life and alter the flow of human interaction within a community.