Spring 2024

Virtual production tech evolving quickly, says experts

Execs from Dark Slope and SP Studios discuss the affordability of virtual production and how it can spur creativity.

Serendipity leans into Euro-centric model for epic series

Rise of the Raven EP Ari Lantos discusses the financing strategy behind the 10-part series.

Canada’s service sector still in catch-up mode post-strikes

Producers discuss the impact of last year’s production stoppages as part of Playback's Indie List 2024.

Cineflix Rights VP discusses working with Canadian partners

Cineflix VP Felicia Litovitz breaks down the distributor's work in Canada as it announced a 60-hour content deal with Go Button Media.

Magic in the Mountains: Banff World Media Festival turns 45

Executive director Jenn Kuzmyk and former Festival leader Pat Ferns discuss BANFF's 45-year legacy.

Entertainment One rebrands to Lionsgate Canada

EXCLUSIVE: The rebrand comes roughly six months after Lionsgate acquired eOne's film and TV assets and the Canadian business from Hasbro.

Commission crunch: Filling the financing gap

Breaking down the distribution and commissioning strategies to keep Canadian content flowing globally.

Commission crunch: Producers facing greenlight ‘dead zone’

Part one of Playback's Spring 2024 cover story examines the current state of commissioning in Canada and its particular impact on t...

Indie List 2024: Financing challenges abound in Canada

Producers sound off on their biggest obstacles and opportunities in the Indie List 2024 survey results.

John Brunton keeps making the impossible possible

The head of Insight Productions takes a moment from his prolific producing work to reflect on his career, ahead of being honoured at the Can...

CSA roundtable ’24: What is the secret to success in TV?

Part two of Playback's Canadian Screen Awards roundtable looks at shifts in the current TV landscape for creatives.

CSA roundtable ’24: Creators discuss legacy, getting personal

Part one of the discussion with some of the top Canadian Screen Awards nominees examines authenticity in storytelling.

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