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Hot Sheet: Top 5 Canadian films for Nov. 6 to 12, 2020
Cup of Cheer claims the #1 spot, followed by Monkey Beach and The Kid Detective at #2 and #3, respectively.
Hot Sheet: Top 10 films for Nov. 6 to 12, 2020
Christmas comedy Cup of Cheer makes the chart at #8, while Let Him Go leads at #1.
Ashleigh Rains upped to CFF festival director
The annual Toronto-based festival supporting Canadian indie films and talent has also welcomed new faces into its programming team and launched a mentorship program.
Thunderbird developing scripted series based on Wernher Von Braun
Simon Barry is attached as EP, writer and director on the project about the controversial and pioneering aerospace engineer.
Middle Child Films preps Levels for 2021
The sci-fi feature starring Mpho Koaho (pictured) is the directorial debut of Vancouver-based VFX artist and viral short creator Adam Stern, who will produce the film under his Orbital Mechanics banner.
Matt Shewchuk unveils new prodco Big Time Decent Productions
The Vancouver-based company has inked a number of talent deals and made a pair of key hires, including the appointment of Rene Brar as head of development.
Wynonna Earp rides off with People’s Choice Award
The series starring Melanie Scrofano previously picked up the award for Sci-Fi/Fantasy Show in 2018.
Playback’s 10 to Watch roundtable
VIDEO: The first five recipients of this year’s 10 to Watch sit down for a deep-dive discussion on barriers to entering the industry, Indigenous narrative sovereignty and opportunities in streaming.
Thruline Entertainment expands its Canadian scope
The U.S. management firm and production company has opened a Canadian office in Montreal, led by manager and partner Marc Hamou.
Netflix cancels The Order after two seasons
The streamer has opted not to move ahead with a third season of the sci-fi drama, created by Dennis Heaton and produced by Nomadic Pictures.
Relish Interactive opens Vancouver Island office
Led by CEO Paul Pattison (pictured) and CCO Russ Uttley, the location serves as the headquarters for the company’s animation division.
Cineplex revenue down 85% in Q3, but vaccine breakthrough gives hope to exhibition industry
Revenue fell to $61 million in Q3, compared with $418.4 million a year ago, but a backlog of tentpole features and the potential of a vaccine is cause for optimism, said CEO Ellis Jacob.
Deals: Raven Banner, Parkland, Vortex
Toronto’s Raven Banner Entertainment nabs a number of new genre acquisitions, while From the Vine, Anything for Jackson, Percy vs Goliath and Stardust also secure sales.
Hot Sheet: Digital Demand for Nov. 3 to 9, 2020
The Mandalorian leads, while Star Trek: Discovery comes in at #2 on the Digital Original list and Ted Lasso makes the chart at #6.
Pinewood Toronto Studios expansion to complete in 2022
Construction has started on a 200,000 square-foot expansion of Pinewood Toronto, including five new soundstages and additional office space for multiple productions.
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