30 for 30 on Canucks Fans 2011 Riots
When the 2010-2011 Vancouver Canucks lost in game 7 to the Boston Bruins, a disastrous scene unfolded in Vancouver. On June 15, 2011, The city went into absolute chaos as the Canucks were eliminated.
The riots were so insane that it is etched all over the city. Filmmakers Kathleen Jayme and Asia Youngman created an ESPN 30 for 30 films on the craziness of the riots entitled "I'm Just Here for the Riot." This week, it will debut at the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF).
The documentary explores the different levels of complexity that took place on the days of the riot. It follows people on their separate journeys and the aftermath of the riot. The 2011 riot had a large mix of bystanders and rioters. Despite the adverse decisions from the rioters that night, many bystanders stood by the rioters.
Kathleen Jayme said
Vancouverites will never forget June 15th, 2011. The day that the city was on fire. This 30 for 30 will provide context to the riots that took place.
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6 OCTOBRE | 376 ANSWERS 30 for 30 on Canucks Fans 2011 Riots Do you recall these events? | ||
| Yes | 328 | 87.2 % |
| No | 48 | 12.8 % |
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