Articles for 2011

The 2011 Ten to Watch: Jeff Toyne
The Vancouver-based composer is making the move from orchestration on such as Fast Five and Battle Los Angeles to writing his own music for upcoming film Dirty Girl.

The 2011 Ten to Watch: Geoff Ashenhurst
The editor got his big break when he was selected to cut 2009’s Defendor, which premiered at that year’s TIFF.

The 2011 Ten to Watch: Andre Dupuis & Scott Wilson
The duo formed Echo Bay Media while in college and their first TV series Departures is widely regarded as a successful take on the travel show genre.

TIFF 2011: Producers Lab hatches Canada-Belgium film copro
Geoffrey Enthoven’s Winnipeg will be developed and produced as a multinational film.

Playback Hall of Fame: Swarovski Humanitarian Award
Playback honours the charitable efforts of CBC personality George Stroumboulopoulos, Canada’s first Ambassador Against Hunger for the UN World Food Programme.

eOne weighs sale after buyer approaches
The company confirms it has appointed JP Morgan and Credit Suisse to review buyer interest.

Tricon takes rights to Michael: Tuesdays & Thursdays
The Toronto prodco and distributor has picked up the international distribution rights to Rhombus Media’s new scripted comedy series.

TIFF 2011: Catching up with…The Odds’ Davidson and Newlands
Director Simon Davidson and producer Kirsten Newlands tell Playback about their first TIFF premiere and plans for the film’s future.

CRTC tells broadcasters to turn it down
The regulator responds to viewer complaints that TV commercials are louder than regular programming.

Rob Heydon’s Ecstasy sold into 20 foreign territories
Intandem Films unveils international deals days after the Canadian indie bows at the Toronto Independent Film Festival.

Canada at TIFF: Inside the fest with Karen Bruce
For each of the festival’s 11 days, TIFF’s director of Canadian Initiatives shares her tips, news and top TIFF picks.