Streets of Plenty is a documentary which takes a deep, heart-wrenching look at the problem of homelessness in Vancouver. The 2009 Queens — and Oxford International Film Festival selection is based around a one-month long social experiment in which one man gave up his ordinary life to explore his days and nights as an individual without a home in Vancouver’s downtown eastside. Continue Reading…
After winning $1,000,000 in prize money from a Fuel TV short film contest, BC directors and writers Corey Adams and Alex Craig embark on a highly visual journey in Machotaildrop — the story of an amateur skateboarder, Walter Rhum, who realizes his dream of turning pro and riding for the world’s greatest skateboard company…Machotaildrop. The film features pro skaters: Steve Olsont, John Rattray and Rick McCrank in supporting roles. Continue Reading…
Led by Kevin Sansalone and Clayton Larsen, along with a team of very talented snowboarders, filmers and designers, Sandbox have recently released the first look at their new film, Now You Know. Featuring footage taken in December, the first teaser will be followed up by a full teaser in the coming months. Sandbox continues to showcase their experience and passion to produce high quality, marketable and entertaining films. Continue Reading…
Hosted by “Jay” the Puppet, the 2-episode video series produced by Montreal-based What Up Gangstars presents the incredible cultural aspects of Montreal, Quebec. With the backing of the respected 123Klan of graffiti artists, episode one and two revolve around graffiti and skate culture in the beautiful city. Continue Reading…
Founded in 2008, Salazar is a Vancouver-based motion picture collective. Their latest release, a creative skate video features Bradley Sheppard, Alien, Nate Lacoste, Chris Connolly, Nate Roline, Stacy Gabriel, Mike Klinkhamer, and Rob Rickaby. The video was shot in Vancouver by Nathan Drillot, one of the founding members of Salazar, who worked with director, Liam Mitchell on the project. Continue Reading…
The City Life Film Project is a groundbreaking initiative set forward by Toronto Emergency Task Force member, Calum deHartog in partnership with Gavin Sheppard’s The Remix Project, and Temple Street Productions. Calum is an accomplished filmmaker with the goal of reducing crime in Toronto by connecting with inner-city youth through the result of the innovative project — 3 world class short films. Continue Reading…
This December Don’t Sleep Productions will release Tens — a compilation of tricks from 50 of Canada’s best skaters showcasing 10 tricks each. Come Christmas time, the video will be available at no cost and can be picked up at local skateshops around the country. In addition, Don’t Sleep Productions will be hosting premiers of their latest work in larger Canadian cities in early December. Continue Reading…
Cypheraudio is a sound design, music composition, and music production company that has provided an impressive list of clients with music for commercial, feature film, broadcast network, interactive and mobile applications. Directed by Nakd, Box is a cypheraudio production — a little taste of the Toronto-based company’s creativity and execution. Continue Reading…
Robert Zemeckis — the man who brought you The Polar Express, Monster House and Beowulf – is back with another animated film that will present the classic Charles Dickens story, The Christmas Carol. Canadian actor, Jim Carrey will take on multiple roles providing the voices of Ebenezer Scrooge and all three spirits. Continue Reading…
Faction Creative is a boutique-style studio in Vancouver that specializes in creating seamless visual effects for film, television, and the gaming industry. Employing a handful of artists — each specializing in their respective craft — Faction is responsible for producing some crafty visual effects. Continue Reading…