wordonthestreet
Gary Burns receives Genie nomination for Best Director


What the critics have to say about waydowntown

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"The most original and impressive Canadian movie of the year!"
- Geoff Pevere, Toronto Star

"A witty, energetic comedy! The year's most celebrated English-Canadian movie."
- Brian D. Johnson, Maclean's

"A captivating, cynical study of life at work!"
- Heath Jon McCoy, Calgary Herald

"Laughs abound! Definitely worth seeing!"
- Angus Leech, Calgary Straight

"Burns' waydowntown captures concrete jungle!"
- Louis Hobson, Calgary Sun
For reviews from around the world, check out Rotten Tomatoes online.

Awards
Toronto City Award for best Canadian Feature Film - For its "wry examination of contemporary life, risk-taking, and strong performances as well as its rich sense of humanity.

Atlantic Film Festival - Best Canadian Feature Film

Vancouver International Film Festival -Most Popular Canadian Film & Best
Canadian Screenplay
Director Gary Burns is happy with the hardware as he collects the Toronto City Award for best Canadian Feature Film