Cinémathèque québécoise celebrates action cinema with Bond, Hunt, and Pixar films
The Cinémathèque québécoise is running an action cinema retrospective through August 31 featuring James Bond, Mission: Impossible, and Pixar's Brave for family audiences.
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The Cinémathèque québécoise is celebrating action cinema through August 31 with a curated series of films spanning decades.
On Thursday, July 16, the cinema is screening On Her Majesty's Secret Service and Mission: Impossible back-to-back. On Friday, July 17, Skyfall will play. On Sunday, July 19, Pixar's Brave (Rebelle in French) will screen for families who want action and adventure with a lighter touch.
The retrospective highlights the evolution of action filmmaking across different eras and styles — from classic spy thrillers to high-octane modern franchises to animated adventure. The programming reflects a diverse approach to action, appealing to different audiences and tastes.
Screenings are part of the Cinémathèque's ongoing commitment to presenting cinema history and exploring how action as a genre has shaped filmmaking and audience expectations.
Before you go
What action films are screening this week?
On Her Majesty's Secret Service and Mission: Impossible screen back-to-back on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Cinémathèque québécoise. Skyfall plays on Friday, July 17, 2026, and Pixar's Brave screens on Sunday, July 19, 2026 for families.
When does the action cinema retrospective run?
Cinémathèque québécoise's action cinema retrospective runs through August 31, 2026.
Is there a family-friendly option?
Pixar's Brave screens on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Cinémathèque québécoise and is designed for families who want action and adventure with a lighter touch.
