Mafia thriller Eastern Promises and Shake Hands With the Devil, a dramatic adaptation of retired Canadian general Roméo Dallaire's experiences in Rwanda, lead a strong group of nominees for Canada's top film honour.
Organizers announced Monday the contenders for the 28th annual Genie Awards, organized each year by the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television.
David Cronenberg's Eastern Promises and Shake Hands With the Devil, directed by Roger Spottiswoode, tied with 12 Genie nods each, including for the coveted best motion picture trophy. Also nominated for that top honour are L'Âge des ténèbres (Days of Darkness), Away From Her and Continental, un film sans fusil. Story
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Organizers announced Monday the contenders for the 28th annual Genie Awards, organized each year by the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television.
David Cronenberg's Eastern Promises and Shake Hands With the Devil, directed by Roger Spottiswoode, tied with 12 Genie nods each, including for the coveted best motion picture trophy. Also nominated for that top honour are L'Âge des ténèbres (Days of Darkness), Away From Her and Continental, un film sans fusil. Story
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