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Film
EyeSteelFilm’s Bob Moore wins Hot Docs’ Don Haig Award
The Montreal-based producer is the 15th recipient of the award and has four films set for Hot Docs, including the festival’s opening film Softie.
In brief: HGF names Shorts-to-Features recipients
Plus: Canadian short Stuck (pictured) hits 9 million YouTube views, Northern Rescue garners international acclaim, and more.
The Cartel expands its Canadian operation with new production deal
The L.A.-based company inked a 10-movie production deal with Untitled Entertainment, with more than half of those set to shoot in Winnipeg and Vancouver.
Telefilm selects 15 films for $2.1-million theatrical doc program
Among the chosen are Suzanne Crocker’s Hot Docs selection First We Eat and projects from Jennifer Baichwal and Jennifer Holness.
Tribeca, YouTube partner with global film festivals
The 10-day digital event We Are One: A Global Film Festival will feature free curated programming from the likes of TIFF, Cannes, Berlin and Sundance.
WGC virtually honours Dennis Heaton with showrunner award
The winners of the 24th annual WGC Awards were announced via YouTube by comedian Gavin Crawford, with Jann and Coroner earning the top prizes.
T.O. Film Office explores ways to ease future demand for crews, space
Film commissioner Marguerite Pigott says the Film Office is working with other commissions to ensure “as seamless a production experience as possible” when filming resumes.
Deals: Corus Studios, White Pine, Sky TV, Radio-Canada
Netflix extends its deal with Corus Studios for season two of Rust Valley Restorers, while Toxic Beauty and James vs. His Future Self score new sales.
What will Canadians do (and not do) once restrictions lift?
A new survey from Mindshare shows Canadians will be slow to return to the movies once businesses reopen, while the majority currently spend their time watching TV.
In brief: Canadians among SXSW virtual fest with Amazon
Carol Nguyen’s short and more are set for Prime Video presents the SXSW 2020 Film Festival Collection, while Hollywood Suite and Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble expand.
Behind the scenes of The Willoughbys
The animated film’s producers Brenda Gilbert and Luke Carroll discuss what made the Lois Lowry story a fit for the “Bron world” and collaborating with Netflix.
Column: Go big and stay home
Reel Canada’s Jack Blum and Sharon Corder discuss National Canadian Film Day’s pivot and how, even through these challenging times, the industry has come together.
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