Film

Producers explore new tech for nature documentary production

Cutting-edge underwater drones and high-speed cameras have helped expand what’s possible.

The Apprentice, Denis Villeneuve secure BAFTA nominations

The Apprentice garnered three nominations at this year’s British Academy Film Awards.

Richard Cormier

Richard Cormier departs the NFB

The National Film Board of Canada confirmed that Cormier left the organization as of Dec. 10, 2024.

Sepia Films taps Andria Spring for SVP role

EXCLUSIVE: The former Bron executive boarded as SVP, post and production on Jan. 3.

Two Canadian films set for world premiere in Victoria

The documentary Forbidden Music and Indigenous romance Sweet Summer Pow Wow will debut at the Victoria Film Festival in February.

Alexandra Roberts on TVO Docs commissions, discoverability

Strategy spotlight: The commissioning editor says TVO is exploring new ways to share original content while sticking to its POV roots.

Deals: Super Channel, Amuz Distribution, Spin Master

Super Channel acquires Australian drama Fake, Amuz Distribution inks licensing deals in Europe, and more.

In Brief: Boat Rocker taps Patrick Roberts for SVP role

Plus: Mlle Bottine hits a key box office milestone and The Apprentice receives another acting nomination.

TIFF unveils annual Top Ten features, shorts

The 2024 list includes the feature debuts 40 Acres and Seeds along with films from established directors like David Cronenberg and Guy Maddin.

Stéphane Cardin leads Quebec Film and TV Council in CEO role

The former Netflix and CMF exec begins his term as president and CEO on Jan. 6.

ACTRA sets tentative deal with Canadian producers for IPA

A member ratification vote for the renewed agreement will take place from Jan. 15 to 21, according to ACTRA National.

Happy holidays from Playback

We’ve compiled a list of our most-read stories to catch up on while we’re on break until Jan. 6, 2025.