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Hot Sheet: Top 5 Canadian films for Dec. 3 to 9, 2021
L’Arracheuse de temps returns to the top spot in its third week, while Aline falls to No. 2.
Telefilm set to launch voluntary diversity data drive
The confidential self-identification survey is tied to the opening of applications for Production programs, and will be used to further develop initiatives and programs relating to underrepresented communities.
Prodco of the Year: Proper Television
The Toronto-based unscripted entertainment producer found real success in format adaptations and building on its star power, confident in the right team.
Media Company of the Year: WildBrain
After a tough two years, WildBrain is on the road to recovery fueled by brand building, creativity and global business development monetizing its premium kids’ content.
Quebecor Fund disburses more than $2.8 million to production companies
The fund’s Main Television Production Assistance Program will support French-language projects including Plan B and Double Faute from Productions KOTV.
The Power of the Dog ties for most Golden Globe nominations
Montreal’s Roger Frappier is among the producers of the Netflix film, which earned seven nominations total.
LoCo Motion takes the podium for The Communist’s Daughter
The Toronto prodco’s president and founder shares how the short-form series’ successful festival run has translated to a milestone for Canadian content in the global market.
Showrunner of the Year: Anthony Q. Farrell
The showrunner of the year is unafraid to voice and act on inequities in the screen industry while creating a positive, fun and safe environment for writers.
Executive of the Year: Sally Catto
How does she follow the global success of Schitt’s Creek, Kim’s Convenience and Workin’ Moms? CBC’s general manager shares how she’s building on the momentum.
Hot Sheet: Digital Demand for Nov. 29 to Dec. 5, 2021
Disney+ original Hawkeye leads digital demand, followed by The Wheel of Time and The Mandalorian.
Deals: Téléquébec, Hayu Canada, Epic Storyworlds, Brain Power Studio
Téléquébec takes rights to APC Studios doc WANTED: Women in Science, Hayu Canada gets The Circus, and more.
Sci-fi horror Kids vs. Aliens invades Nova Scotia
Hobo with a Shotgun‘s Jason Eisener and John Davies reunite on the Halifax-shot teen feature.
Babysitter, Framing Agnes among Canadian films heading to Sundance
The lineup also includes the National Film Board of Canada VR experience This Is Not a Ceremony.
Spin Master expands Jennifer Dodge’s role
The entertainment president adds sales, distribution and outbound licensing to her remit, while André Lake Mayer joins in a new SVP position.
Telefilm commits $4.6M to eight copro features
The funder also revealed the 41 external representatives on its 2021/22 advisory committee.
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