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.

Deals: The CW, Fifth Season, Cineflix Rights, Off the Fence

The CW picks up Sullivan’s Crossing season three, Hulu acquires the final season of Run the Burbs, and more.

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.

Production Company of the Year 2024: Blink49 Studios

The Best of the Year company is balancing its successful scripted slate with new unscripted greenlights and service work opportunities.

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.

TSN, NHL Network acquire hockey doc The Cannons

The film is directed by Toronto’s Steven Hoffner and AJ Messier.

Playback presents its 2024 Best of the Year

We’ve named 11 people, companies and projects that found ways to inspire, surprise and impress us this year.

Forum RIDM names 2024 grant, support recipients

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

Cameron Bailey looks ahead to TIFF’s 50th anniversary

The Toronto International Film Festival CEO says the 50th edition will also be a chance to look forward to its 2026 content market launch.