Jamie Casemore

Posts by Jamie Casemore

Changemaker of the Year 2024: Kerry Swanson

The CEO of the Indigenous Screen Office discusses the organization’s historic year securing permanent funding from the federal government.

Dale Heslip’s Blue Rodeo doc wins over Whistler audiences

The documentary on the Canadian rock band was named the winner of the Whistler Film Festival’s Audience Award for a feature-length film.

B.C. government to up film, TV tax credits

Changes to the domestic and service production tax credits will be included in the 2025 budget legislation.

Film Director of the Year 2024: Ricardo Trogi

The director reflects on his record-breaking box office streak following the release of 1995.

Frantic Films jumps into FAST market with My Money

Frantic Films president Stephanie Fast discusses the strategy behind launching the finance-focused FAST channel.

In Brief: Canadian Academy names Quebec board prez, VP

Plus: Chloé Leriche’s Atikamekw Suns wins big at the inaugural Indie Awards, Canadian broadcasters set New Year’s Eve specials, and more.

Films from Alireza Khatami, Chloé Robichaud set for Sundance

The Things You Kill and Two Women are among the Canadian films making their world premiere at Sundance.

Game Theory Films acquires Eva Thomas’ Nika & Madison

The film from the Aberdeen co-director also added Amanda Brugel, Shawn Doyle, Gail Maurice and Jennifer Podemski to its cast.

Lighthouse Pictures ups Trevor McWhinney to SVP of content

McWhinney has produced films such as Three Wise Men and a Baby and The Show.

Forum RIDM names 2024 grant, support recipients

The awards for the 20th edition of the Forum RIDM were announced at its closing ceremony.

Sidelined: The QB and Me kicks off as Tubi’s top title in Canada

Tubi says its new original film accounted for 19.9% of views on the service in Canada during its first week.

Really Happy Someday takes Best Canadian Feature at WFF

The winners at this year’s Whistler Film Festival were announced as part of an awards ceremony held on Dec. 8.