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Our City Tonight
By Jim Gordon and Leeta Liepins
Published 2:17 PST, Fri December 20, 2024
Spotlight on a great movie & a cozy destination lounge
THE VIEW – September 5th
It was one of those moments in time that forever changed television and media coverage. The setting is 1972, and ABC Sports is settling in to cover the Olympic Games in Munich, when suddenly gun fire is heard coming from the Athlete’s Village.
Within minutes the sports coverage is replaced by live coverage of a hostage taking. The victims: a group of Israeli athletes. The new film, September 5th, follows the ABC team, led by legendary TV executive, Roone Arledge (played by the always superb, Peter Sarsgaard), as they cover this tragic event minute by minute – while back in New York, worried network executives are demanding that the news department take over from sports.
In Munich, the focus for the ABC team was maximizing the technology of the time (it’s amazing what they do with so little compared to today’s standards) to cover this tense, high stakes, life-threatening event, while questioning at times how much “live” coverage to show to a viewership that was growing worldwide by the hour.
A solid supporting cast includes Ben Chaplin, John Magaro and Leonie Benesch as the young German interpreter who quickly becomes a vital part of this landmark moment not only in TV history but also 20th Century history.
September 5th is in select theatres now and nationwide January 17.
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COZY DESTINATION – The Library by The Macallan at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler
If Whistler is in your plans this winter, we highly recommend that a few hours be put aside for the new whisky lounge at the Four Seasons Resort called The Library by The Macallan. They opened last month, and we found this warm and inviting spot to be the perfect place for a late afternoon cocktail, or pre- post dinner. The Library features an open fireplace, elegant and intimate seating, and bespoke bar accents, creating a sanctuary of sophistication and warmth (this is where you want to be after a day on the slopes). Having partnered with The Macallan, one of the world’s most iconic single malt Scotch whisky brands, this is clearly a perfect match for whisky enthusiasts.
The Library also features one of the largest collections of The Macallan in Canada, including the M Collection and rare limited editions. Guests can pair their whisky with snacks, including Kaviari Caviar served with gaufrette potato chips. They also offer two zero proof mocktails. The Library is open daily from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. fourseasons.com
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