Podcasts about canadian films

Guest Colin Everett and host Andrew Hunter Scholey discuss "Monkey Warfare" (2006). A film that's been on the list to-do for a while. This episode they also discuss direct action activism, specifically the nearly forgotten Canadian activist group, The Squamish Five. A brief chat about the Jean-Luc Goddard film, "La Chinoise". But mainly they discuss the cast, especially the late Tracy Wright and how great she is.

In this episode, Ryan Barnett returns to discuss his latest projects with host Andrew Hunter Scholey. They include his recent series "Story Girl" about beloved author Lucy Maud Montgomery, and his upcoming series about another beloved Canadian, John Candy. They then move into discussing a film that Ryan suggested, the Quebec "Maple Syrup Porno" film, "Valérie" (1969). What is that genre of film anyways? Why does this film exist? Is this film any good? And is this film actually one of the most important Canadian films ever made? The answer to that last question is yes. For answers to the other questions, you'll just have to listen.

U.S. President Donald Trump has promised 100 per cent tariffs on movies produced outside the United States — but no one is quite sure what that means. We look at what's driving film and television productions out of the U.S., and what tariffs would mean for workers here in Canada.

Who could talk for over an hour and a half about the Daniel Radcliffe/Adam Driver-starring romcom? James Thornton and Andrew Hunter Scholey can of course.... Take the romantic plunge as they discuss the careers of the film's young cast, some random hot takes about relationships and dating and ultimately.... Why did no one see this (mostly) charming take on the old genre.

To celebrate the 2025 National Canadian Film Day, writer, director, and producer Kent Donguines joined me to discuss hos feature documentary CANADIAN ADOBO, and how his Filipino heritage and culture inspires his art and career.National Canadian Film Day is an annual that was created in 2012 by Reel Canada to celebrate and raise awareness of all the amazing filmmakers, creatives, and stories made by and for Canadians.*This episode of Carolyn Talks..., was recorded live on YouTubeFollow Kent on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kentdonguinesVisit the official ReelCanada.ca and CanFilmDay.ca websites for more information about the event.Follow me on social media @CarrieCnh12paypal.com/paypalme/carolynhinds0525My Social Media hashtags are: #CarolynTalks #DramasWithCarrie #SaturdayNightSciFi #SHWH #KCrushVisit Authory.com/CarolynHinds to find links to all of my published film festival coverage, writing, YouTube and other podcasts So Here's What Happened!, and Beyond The Romance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Get your elbows up, it's time to support our national arts...On this special episode we are celebrating the shared pleasure and experience of watching a movie in theatre, which just feels appropriate because it is National Canadian Film Day.We sat down with Eric Tisch, one of hard working team over at National Canadian Film Day who put on a myriad of events all across the country about what he did last year during the Toronto International Film Festival.To put it simply, he broke the Guinness World Record for the amount of feature films seen during a film festival.  It was ALOT....and yes many of them were Canadian.We talked about the birth of the idea of this daunting task, the team work involved in getting it done and the magic of being able to watch movies the way they really should be seen....together.

Reel Canada founders Jack Blum and Sharon Corder joined me to discuss creating the organisation and the National Canadian Film Day program (held April 16th this year), and using film to teach Canadian students and immigrants new to the country, about Canada and the Canadian film industry.#ReelCanada #CanFilmDay #Interview #FilmCritic #CanadianFilmsVisit the ReelCanada.ca and canfilmday.ca websites to learn how to host a #NationalCanadianFilmDay event in your neighborhood or even home.Follow their social media accounts at https://www.instagram.com/reelcanada/Find me on Twitter and Instagram at: @CarrieCnh12Buy me a coffee or pizza at https://buymeacoffee.com/carolynhinds?status=1paypal.com/paypalme/carolynhinds0525My Social Media hashtags are: #CarolynTalks #DramasWithCarrie #SaturdayNightSciFi #SHWH #KCrush Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elbows up! On Wednesday, April 16th, 2025, NATIONAL CANADIAN FILM DAY returns for its 12th year! With over 1700 screenings around the world, this annual event has become a chance to spotlight the incredible stories that Canada has to offer. In this 1on1, we speak to Executive Director Jack Blum and Artistic Director Sharon Corder about this year's amazing events and what makes Canadian films unique.For more information about screenings or events, check out canfilmday.ca

In this episode, Andrew Hunter Scoley and Colin Everett sit down to discuss "It's All Gone Pete Tong" (2004): the second feature film by Canadian FUBAR director Michael Dowse. Is this even a Canadian film? What does the film's title even mean? How does this movie age in terms of its portrayal of disabilities? That and much more are discussed within.

Ontario Place may be under redevelopment, but the park holds a special place for thousands of Ontarians who swim, bike, and play on the grounds. And in her new TVO Original documentary "Your Tomorrow," director Ali Weinstein shows how people continue to bring meaning and magic to one of Ontario's crown jewels. Joining Jeyan Jeganathan to discuss are Ali Weinstein and two of the film's participants: Julia Sasso and Peter Welsh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Skyler Greencorn and Andrew Hunter Scholey dust the cobwebs off of the Cronenberg series and return with a doozy: David Cronenberg's criminally under seen 2002 film, "Spider". They explore where is David at this point in his career. Why no one seems to have seen this film despite it being very good. Some crazy things that were going on around this film when it was made that impacted some of those involved. All of this and a brief chat about the passing of the other David... David Lynch.

In this episode Andrew Hunter Scholey and Melissa Jean Miller take a serious dive into a serious look into the world of competitive cheerleading. First they talk about some changes at the show, including a fun new art project on the podcasts socials. Then they go into producer/director/songwriter D.W. Waterhouse and producer/lead actor Devery Jacobs' amazing feature film. They discuss the crazy world of competitive cheerleading, ambition in the face of mental health and for fun the hosts talk about how their anxieties manifest. Fun! Oh and also they discuss the best shot from a film last year. So yeah, there's that.

In this episode, host Andrew Hunter Scholey and James Thornton get into the Valentine's spirit with an episode they've been meaning to do since day one. How is this film through the lens of those living in Nova Scotia, where the movie was filmed and takes place? Why did the film get butchered and not seen as intended for almost 40 years? Why do James and Hunter discuss their disdain for public showers? Tune in to find out about "the most Canadian horror film ever made" and a personal fav of the hosts.

This episode we dive back into the world of Director/Writer, Andrea Dorfman. Host Andrew Hunter Scholey and returning guest Melissa Jean Miller discuss Dorfman's 2014 film collaboration with musician/poet Tany Davis, "Heartbeat". They also discuss their first project together, the wildly popular short film/youtube video "How to Be Alone", and the themes it shares with "Heartbeat". Our hosts also discuss the difficult relationships artists can have with their art, what local film locations from the film Hunter could figure out and also discuss...... babies and parenting.... just a little.

Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to José Lourenço about his debut feature, Young Werther. Starring Alison Pill, Douglas Booth and Patrick J Adams, Young Werther, based on the acclaimed German novel The Sorrows of Young Werther gets a new modern take.  José chats about the long process to get the film made, the experience of having the film premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and working with a extremely talented cast in his first feature.  Films discussed during this episode: Young Werther Saturday Night Alien: Romulus Barbie The Princess Bride Young Werther is out now in limited theaters across Canada and is on VOD in the United States. To find a showing near you click here.  If you have any questions or comments, or would like to recommend a movie we cover next please reach out to us on social media. We're on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter) and Instagram. Next Episode: Top 5 Films of 2024 with Michael Denniston  

MONOLOGUE Canada's Spineless Surrender: Extremists Thrive, Leaders Shrug Liberals to vote for new leader Mar. 9 with tightened membership rules https://tnc.news/2025/01/10/liberals-to-vote-for-new-leader-mar-9/ Elections BC to probe election complaint lodged by BC Conservatives https://tnc.news/2025/01/09/rustad-review-bc-election-non-citizens Wyatt Claypool Senior Correspondent for The National Telegraph THE SOFA CINEFILE Nick Soter reviews the 2013 Canadian Film, "I'll Follow You Down" starring Haley Joel Osment and Gillian Anderson THE LIMRIDDLER   Cheerleader  Kick off a cheer to applaud or approve. Show you're in vogue with a trend-setting groove. Attuned and aware Of a plan or affair. Pulsating part of a Presley-like move. MONOLOGUE Defending Sir John A. Macdonald's Legacy from the Woke Mob Liberal leadership race rules announced, Trudeau's replacement picked March 9 https://www.westernstandard.news/canadian/liberal-leadership-race-rules-announced-trudeaus-replacement-picked-march-9/61047  Photos link Mark Carney to sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell https://www.westernstandard.news/canadian/photos-link-mark-carney-to-sex-trafficker-ghislaine-maxwell/61056  Christopher Oldcorn, Editor-In Chief of the SaultOnline and Saskatchewan Bureau Chief for The Western Standard TROUT TALK Tonight the Steelheads will be in Kitchener to take on the Rangers, who have won 6 consecutive games. How will Brampton slow them down tonight? Brendan Lang, Brampton Steelheads Play by Play and Colour Commentator, Host of Trout Talk THERE'S SOMETHING HAPPENING HERE!  How Bureaucratic Incompetence and Woke Ideology Led to California Fires Greg Carrasco – Host of The Greg Carrasco Show, Saturday Mornings 8-11am   LIMRIDDLE ANSWER AND WINNERS  Cheerleader  Kick off a cheer to applaud or approve. Show you're in vogue with a trend-setting groove. Attuned and aware Of a plan or affair. Pulsating part of a Presley-like move. The Answer to this week's Limriddle was: HIP The first 5 to answer correctly were: 1. Bill Heller, Edinburg, Texas 2. Tracy Bonafacio, Georgetown, Ontario 3. Rosalind, Mitchell, Peterborough, Ontario 4. Kelly Eldridge, Toronto, Ontario 5. Judith Mason, Collingwood, Ontario   Kick off a cheer to applaud or approve. “Hip, hip” usually leads to “Hooray!” The cheer expresses congratulations, commendation or approval, and can be used for anything from celebrating birthdays to greeting monarchs at public events. Show your in vogue with a trend-setting groove. Hip is like cool, chic, rad, sick or groovy. Of course, these words can themselves fall out favour, in which case they are no longer cool, chic, rad, sick or groovy. Attuned and aware Of a plan or affair. You're in the know when you're hip to what's happening. Pulsating part of a Presley-like move. When Elvis-the-Pelvis introduced his trademark hip gyrations in the 1950s, he was met with disgust, ridicule and censure by many [parents] of his fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RUMOURS! GUY MADDIN! Since it's been a bit, Colin Everett and Andrew Hunter Scholey take a massive dive into the highly anticipated new release by one of Canada's greatest directors! Where has Guy Maddin been for the last decade? Why is Cate Blanchett in this weird Canadian film and why does she rule? What's with the giant brain in the woods? Does the Canadian Prime Minister practice safe sex? All will(?) be answered as the hosts have a blast discussing one of their favourite films of the year!

Today on Buzzn The Tower we welcome famed hilarious comedian, Che Durena to the party. Mo, Max, and Che explore the deep talent pool from the great white north as they draft the perfect Canadian film.

This week we review Pascal Plante's Red Rooms, an under-the-radar indie that's taken the horrorsphere by storm. A serial killer thriller that finds power in its restraint and shocking prescience, Red Rooms is an evil — yet vital — film to understand the stranglehold of postmodern, screen-abetted detachment. We discuss our culture of macabre obsessions, parasocial madness, and growing numbness, as well as Juliette Gariépy's incredible performance at the center of this film.

In this episode, Colin Everett is back to discuss "Whale Music" (1994). They tackle not just the film, but also the novel it is based on, the author of the novel and the screenwriter of the film Paul Quarrington, and the band that provided the film's score: The Rheostatics. Where do they land on this ambitious film?

Canadian films are still making their way to the big screen with fascinating themes. FITTING IN grapples with societal notions regarding the relationship between body and womanhood. HEY, VIKTOR! tackles a quest for fame and fortune morphed into a journey of self-discovery. THE KING TIDE reflects on community, fundamentalism, and rejection of a larger world. Heavy metal, violence, gambling addiction, and a never-ending pile of dishes serve as the background in THE DISHWASHER to give us a bumpy ride to redemption. Join us in a conversation with Maureen Grant, CCE, Isabelle Malenfant, CCE, Justin Oakey, and Sarah Taylor, CCE the editors of these films who will share their experiences shaping these stories. This panel was moderated by director Chandler Levack.

In this dense episode tackling this NFB Canadian classic, James Thornton and Andrew Hunter Scholey cover (checks notes).... The historical log drivers and their importance in Canada's development as a country; the song's composer Wade Hemsworth and his influence on Canadian music; the 60's Montreal folk scene; Quebec separatism and the 1980 referendum; the film's animator and director John Weldon and his prolific career; the Canada Vignettes and their role in the NFB but also Canadian identity; and finally (*breathe...*) what do they finally have to say about the film itself?

2024-09-11 | Outrage has erupted over a film created by Russian Director and propagandist Anastasia Trofimova, called ‘Russians at War'. Calls for its screening to be pulled from the Toronto International Film Festival have intensified; surely festival organizers should have reacted when the film was showcased at the Venice International Film Festival, despite the public uproar it caused. ---------- Breaking news, as this episode was being recorded, the Canadian broadcaster TVO made a statement that it had withdrawn support from the documentary "Russians at War" following protests from the Ukrainian community, and in fact far more widely than that. But this controversy pales beside news that the film was part-financed by the Canadian government to the tune of $312,000 US dollars. This despite the fact Canada is an ally of Ukraine in its existential fight against the Russian army. A rabble army of murderers, looters and rapists that the Canadian-Russian filmmaker Anastasia Trofimova seeks to absolve and whitewash of their documented war crimes. This is the accusation, but does it stand up to scrutiny? This video examines the controversy and the film itself to understand if the propaganda motive outweighs any artistic merits. If a malign actor, or an openly aggressive revanchist state like Russia, invests money in an information project, with the aim of manipulating the media space and public discourse, to alter both perceptions and policies in that country to favour its own strategic interests, then that is paid for speech, not free speech. And if the parties creating and disseminating those media products don't declare their financial interests, that is disclosure in transparent fashion of who is funding the project, so we can better understand their motives and objectives, then really, this is not free speech, but an informational weapon, an assault on public discourse. ---------- Sources and recommended reading: https://kyivindependent.com/opinion-russian-soldiers-in-ukraine-are-ordinary-guys-who-commit-horrific-war-crimes/ https://kyivindependent.com/outrage-erupts-over-canadian-tax-dollars-funding-russians-at-war-documentary/ ---------- SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain ---------- TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND: Save Ukraine https://www.saveukraineua.org/ Superhumans - Hospital for war traumas https://superhumans.com/en/ UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukraine https://unbroken.org.ua/ Come Back Alive https://savelife.in.ua/en/ Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchen https://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraine UNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyy https://u24.gov.ua/ Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundation https://prytulafoundation.org NGO “Herojam Slava” https://heroiamslava.org/ kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyśl https://kharpp.com/ NOR DOG Animal Rescue https://www.nor-dog.org/home/ ---------- PLATFORMS: Twitter: https://twitter.com/CurtainSilicon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconcurtain/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4thRZj6NO7y93zG11JMtqm Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finkjonathan/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain ---------- Welcome to the Silicon Curtain podcast. Please like and subscribe if you like the content we produce. It will really help to increase the popularity of our content in YouTube's algorithm. Our material is now being made available on popular podcasting platforms as well, such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

This episode, Colin Everett returns to talk about the underrated classic, "Owning Mahowny" (2003). With host Andrew Hunter Scholey, they discuss the career of the film's star, Philip Seymour Hoffman, depictions of addiction in film, and nostalgia for yellow police cars. Also, this movie is awesome and you should just watch it if you haven't.

This week on the show, join us for a breakdown of the new Canadian survival horror film Out Come The Wolves, starring Missy Peregrym in her second collaboration with Backcountry director Adam MacDonald. Then, we'll look at the newest film by five-star three-star director M. Night Shyamalan, Trap, which features a tour-de-force performance from Josh Hartnett.  Join us!BONUS CONTENT:     This week's bonus episode is available for all patrons!  Join us for a discussion of great worldbuilding and then films missing from our personal canons. Patronage starts at just $2 CAD per month!Link: https://www.patreon.com/posts/sept-2nd-bonus-111302684EPISODE HOMEPAGE:     As always this episode's homepage has JustWatch-powered links to where you can buy, rent, or stream each of these titles.  The links update depending on where you are and when, so check back often!Link: https://awesomefriday.ca/2024/09/podcast-out-come-the-wolves-trap/SUPPORT:             Patreon:  http://patreon.com/mcsimpson Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/matthewsimpson CONNECT WITH US:        Awesome Friday: https://awesomefriday.ca        Matthew: https://stretched.ca/ Simon: https://temporarypen.com/ SHOW LINKS: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/awesome-friday/id480100293 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4kwPQGeBvVFVtewkCbrbA9 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/18daf305-2c59-4718-bd5c-0dc393173353 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/en/show/2775782 Goodpods: https://goodpods.app.link/ulvugeHonjb IHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/85390621/ Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes480100293/the-awesome-friday-movie-podcast Meanwhile, relax and enjoy your flight. 

We revisit Tom's conversation with “Blackberry” director Matt Johnson. He talks about his path from guerilla filmmaker to Hollywood darling, why the story of Blackberry is so Canadian, and why his mission in life is to inspire young filmmakers to stay in Canada and make great films.

This episode Melissa Jean Miller joins Andrew Hunter Scholey to discuss the recent documentary, "The Movie Man" (2024) and also their trip to the subject of the film, The Highland Cinemas in Kenmount, Ontario.

James Thornton is back because he wanted to discuss "New Waterford Girl" (1999), a unique coming of age film set in Cape Breton. His conversation with host Andrew Hunter Scholey covers a wide variety of topics, among which are the surprisingly fascinating early career of the film's director Alan Moyle, life in small towns, as well as how the film's plot plays with how certain aspects of women are portrayed in media.

With the passing of Canadian acting legend Donald Sutherland, Andrew Hunter Scholey and James Thornton decided to delay their previously planned episode. Instead they are discussing Sutherland's films produced in Canada and abroad. Then their discussion delves into one of Sutherland's most overlooked films: the medical drama, "Threshold" (1981).

MOVIE DISCUSSION: Kathryn joins Melvin to discuss a late-90's Canadian sci-fi thriller, Cube! Why? Because Melvin has a podcast and he gets to choose what they cover! From talented directing to the intriguing mystery of the cube itself, the two discuss all sorts of exciting material in this episode. Tune in now!Topics:(PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 45-minutes discussing various Google "AI Overview" answers, laughing at their absurdity, and also reviewing how bad AI (or, large language models: LLMs) simply amplify lies, misinformation, or useless search and research practices (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)Kathryn and Melvin agree: the direction behind Cube is immensely impressive.The Canadian Film Centre is a program that helps network industry partners and volunteers with projects they've chosen to support. Cube was one such project. (Source: Sardonicast 150 [timestamp: 00:16:09])There's a perpetual unease and oppression to Cube that meshes well with its pacing.One angle about Cube's story is that of how there are unwitting participants in systematic issues.The characters are all named in reference to prison, although not all the characters are named after prison's, as Kathryn learned down the grapevine.Melvin, "[Cube] at some point is a math movie."Melvin talks about his current fascination with numbers as a definitive thing a world of excessive subjectivities.Because the setting and scenario of the cube is so static, the film allows for complex, dynamic character interactions.Thoughts on the ending, and the cube as a metaphor for life.Recommendations:Authority by Jeff VanderMeer (2014) (Book)Saw (2004) (Movie)MAILBAG: Send questions with your first name and we'll answer them in future episodes! Support the Show.Support on Patreon for Unique Perks! Early access to uncut episodes Vote on a movie/show we review One-time reward of two Cinematic Doctrine Stickers & Pins Social Links: Threads Website Instagram Facebook Group

Returning to NoN is Ryan Barnett, the host of the podcast "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North". Ryan has also written a graphic novel about silent film star Buster Keaton. One of Keaton's final films was a project with the Canadian National Film Board called, "The Railrodder" (1965), so Ryan was the perfect guest to have on to discuss. In this episode, host of NoN Andrew Hunter Scholey and Ryan Barnett discuss his graphic novel with artist Matthew Tavares, "Buster: A Life in Pictures". What got him into silent film and Buster in the first place? His research and ultimately interviewing the director of the film Gerald Potterton. All in all a great chat about not just Canadian cinema, but also the golden age of Hollywood and one of its biggest stars.

So, NoN host Andrew Hunter Scholey decided to watch that new Toronto-based "Law & Order" show that just came out. When he came across the episode that was "ripped from the headlines" about the Canadian bread price-fixing scandal "Minnow and the Shark", something struck a nerve and decided he wanted to talk about it. NoN regular Colin Everett answered the call, and they discuss copaganda shows, the staggering amount of "Law & Order" episodes that have been produced what sets this Canadian version apart. And of course, the current cost of living, corporate greed, and how this show decides to portray it.

While the latest NoN wraps production, our friends at Knockabout Media have been producing a great show called "How I Wrote This". In this show, host Pamela Hensly interviews various authors of various media about what shapes their art. In their latest episode, Wiebke von Carolsfeld is interviewed. Wiebke has directed numerous Canadian feature films including "Marion Bridge" (2002), and "Stay" (2013), which makes this chat a great pairing with NoN subject matter. Check it out, and a new NoN is on it's way!

Greg (@gregbradyTO) discussed the looming TTC strike & will workers walk off the job Friday with Dave Shellnut (@TheBikingLawyer), personal injury lawyer dubbed ‘the biking lawyer'.. about what a TTC strike means for city bike lanes. We spoke with Dr. Michael Geist (@mgeist), Canada Research Chair in Internet and E-commerce Law, about how consumers will likely face higher prices after the CRTC tells streaming giants to invest $200 million in Canadian film, TV and music. Finally, Warren Kinsella (@kinsellawarren), Former Special Advisor to Jean Chretien and CEO of the Daisy Group joined the show to talk about what happens to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau if the Liberals lose the byelection in the Toronto-St Paul's riding later this month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The big winner at this past weekend's Canadian Screen Awards was the film “Blackberry,” which you can watch now as a series on CBC Gem. We revisit Tom's conversation with director Matt Johnson about his path from guerilla filmmaker to Hollywood darling, how the story of Blackberry is the story of Canada, and why his mission in life is to inspire young filmmakers to stay in Canada and make great films. 

This is a special two hour long episode with Adam Jack and the talented cast of his thrilling film “Jackknife” join me as I get into the the story and the inspiration behind the characters and the making of this epic Canadian Film

Well, NoN has made it to its hundredth episode. And to celebrate, James Thornton stopped by to have a very brief chat with Andrew Hunter Scholey about possibly the greatest episode of television ever.

At this stage of the game it should be a statutory holiday....On this very special episode we are celebrating the moving image itself as a part of "National Canadian Film Day' which is put on our friends over at Reel Canada.  In celebration of all that we just happened to get the distinct pleasure of sitting down with the man who just might be 'Canada's actor'.  Star of stage and screen, and a board member over at REEL Canada, as well as just generally being the guy who is a supporter of the arts in all their forms and wants to pay it forward., it's time to talk with Colm Feore.We talk about his career, the necessity of Canadian storytelling and so very much more....

We're continuing our exploration of some French-language favs with Ariane Louis-Seize's feature-length debut, 2023's HUMANIST VAMPIRE SEEKING CONSENTING SUICIDAL PERSON! If you dig any modern vampire story, from Let the Right One In to What We Do in the Shadows, you owe it to yourself to check this film out!Major trigger warning if the title doesn't give it away: we discuss suicide in this episode! Also, full spoilers.This is a film of major firsts, from directing through starring and writing, and we're here to track how it does such a great job trading in vampiric mysticism in favour of its thematic material. We're talking poutine, anti-chemistry, Canadian Film & TV regulations, our favourite Québec swears, and the screaming interiority of teen angst. Plus: welcome to swag corner!Next week we're heading back to France for Jean-Pierre Melville's LE SAMOURAI!

James Thornton and Andrew Hunter Scholey sit down to discuss the beloved animated film "The Cat Came Back" (1988) as well as the career of animator/director Cordell Barker.Intro/Outro music for this episode is by Old Reverend Randell. Listen to his work here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6cbFhd3cMg3eq1dUdkjGJnThanks Randy!

Turns out host Andrew Hunter Scholey and returning Cronenberg series co-host Skyler Greencorn have a lot to say about "eXistenZ" (1999).

Guerilla filmmaker-turned-Hollywood-darling Matt Johnson talks to Tom about his critically acclaimed film “BlackBerry,” which is now available as a TV series on CBC Gem, how he's dealing with mainstream success, and why his mission in life is to inspire young filmmakers to stay in Canada and make great films.

Amelia Cornick is a Canadian actor based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia. She has recently played a lead role in Ron Foley MacDonald's latest feature film 'Love and Doom' (winning Best Screenplay and nominated for Best Ensemble Cast at the MBTF Awards in the UK) as well as his previous feature film 'Sleepwatching' which aired last fall on Eastlink TV. She has previously played recurring characters on Bell TV show 'Real Wrestling' and Eastlink TV show 'The Motherload', as well as a police officer on the Bell TV true crime show 'Halifax Homicide', which became a number one show on their network.She has had the joy of playing in twenty-three short films over the past few years, including 'Blue Nude', a Nova Scotia College of Arts and Design production which was featured in FIN (Atlantic International) & NFFTY film festivals; and 'Flesh of my Flesh', a Goblin Den Productions short film which was a semi-finalist in the 15 Second Horror Film Challenge. She also appeared in the 48 Hour Film Project with Goblin Den Productions 'Alter Ego', which won six awards.Originally from Labrador, Amelia performed in a number of local theatre productions and attended the Royal Conservatory Music Speech Arts and Drama Youth Program. After moving to Nova Scotia to study at King's-Edgehill School with a music & theatrical arts scholarship, she furthered her training in acting with various coaches, workshops, and classes; and studied acting at Dalhousie's Fountain School of Performing Arts (earning a 4.3 GPA in both of her acting courses); alongside continuing to act and perform in local theatre productions, before choosing to pursue a career in film and television in 2020.

Join Pete in a solo rant about the best first time watches so far this year. It's September 17th at the time if this recording, and there are 407 films watched so far on the list, many of which are first time viewings. What are YOUR first time watches? Write in, or leave us a voce message to let us know. We will see you all with the full gang next week!http://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclass   Email: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 730-6010Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/    Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclass Patrons:JavierListener Stephen: The Maple Syrup DonJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksRyan  CorbinJason  forcefivepodcast.comBrendan BealChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns linktr.ee/MitchburnsRobert Stewart SWOProductions.comJason linktr.ee/scenethatreviewsAndrew Martin https://andrewwatchesmovies.libsyn.com/Dallas Terry Joseph Navarro     Pete Abeyta  and Tyler Noe      

The gang busts up the Jukebox Jamboree this week, as they review John Waters' first major Studio feature, Cry-Baby (1990). Starring Johny Depp as the title character, Wade "Cry-Baby" Walker, the golden boy of the roughneck group of juvenile delinquent greasers known as the Drapes, a departure from the teen wholesome heart-throb characters he was known for playing prior to 1990. Anyone who knows John Waters' reputation may find Cry-Baby a surprisingly easy watch, due its distinct lack of filth and debauchery. Did that decision make it a winner, or a punishment for Pete, Tyler, and Joseph? Listen in to find out! Thank you to Patreon member, and Cool-Ass Yard Duty, Chris, for this selectionhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclass   Email: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 730-6010Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/    Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclass Patrons:JavierListener Stephen: The Maple Syrup DonJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksRyan  CorbinJason  forcefivepodcast.comBrendan BealChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns linktr.ee/MitchburnsRobert Stewart SWOProductions.comJason linktr.ee/scenethatreviewsAndrew Martin https://andrewwatchesmovies.libsyn.com/Dallas Terry Joseph Navarro     Pete Abeyta  and Tyler Noe      

The gang begs for water this week, as they review one of the final movies from director Gore Verbinski, Rango. With an all star case, this animated movie from Paramount and Nickelodeon Studios, Rango tells the story of a pet chameleon lost from his owners, and stranded in a deserted town of Dirt. A thespian at heart, Rango (a stage name) assimilates to the classic western characters found in this small town, and quickly becomes the hero they need, and finds the purpose in his own life. Watch on Paramount+ to discover this forgotten gem for yourself, and find out what all the fuss is about. http://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclass   Email: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 730-6010Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/    Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclass Patrons:JavierListener Stephen: The Maple Syrup DonJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksRyan  CorbinJason  forcefivepodcast.comBrendan BealChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns linktr.ee/MitchburnsRobert Stewart SWOProductions.comJason linktr.ee/scenethatreviewsAndrew Martin https://andrewwatchesmovies.libsyn.com/DallasJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeyta  and Tyler Noe      

This week's episode was streamed live in Twitch through Sacramento's own STAB comedy theater. Watch the VOD here--> https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1909276233The gang has a rumble to end all rumbles this week, as they review a seminole coming of age story from the wrong side of the tracks. This week, Pete and Tyler review The Outsiders. Joseph is celebrating his birthday away from the show this week, so Tyler and Pete represent the greasers and the Socs, with their reviews of the Francis Ford Coppola adaptation of the classic S.E. Hinton novel of the same name. Does this movie earn its status of classic, http://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclass   Email: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 730-6010Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/    Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclass Patrons:JavierListener Stephen: The Maple Syrup DonJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksRyan  CorbinJason  forcefivepodcast.comBrendan BealChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns linktr.ee/MitchburnsRobert Stewart SWOProductions.comJason linktr.ee/scenethatreviewsAndrew Martin https://andrewwatchesmovies.libsyn.com/Joseph Navarro     Pete Abeyta  and Tyler Noe      

The gang goes to Morocco to save their marriage this week, as they review the third movie in "The Death Trilogy" or "Babel Trilogy" from 2004, they are reviewing Alejandro G. Iñárritu's Babel. Follow Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett in Morocco, along with their children in San Diego/Mexico, and Rinko Kikcuhi in Tokyo, and a family of goat herders, and find out how their stories are intertwined, and what it all means. Streaming on Amazon Prime right now, so watch it first, then listen along to hear how Pete, Joseph, and Tyler felt about Babel. http://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclass   Email: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 730-6010Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/    Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclass Patrons:JavierListener Stephen: The Maple Syrup DonJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksRyan  CorbinJason  forcefivepodcast.comBrendan BealChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns linktr.ee/MitchburnsRobert Stewart SWOProductions.comJason linktr.ee/scenethatreviewsAndrew Martin https://andrewwatchesmovies.libsyn.com/Joseph Navarro     Pete Abeyta  and Tyler Noe      

The gang sells their daughter off to LAZAR WOLF this week, as they review an all-time classic musical about life at the turn of the century in remote Russia, Fiddler on The Roof (1971). Based on the smash hit Broadway musical of the same name, the Norman Jewison directed film tells the story of Tevye, the Jewish milk man, and father of 5 daughters. Tevye must wrestle with tradition and the happiness of his family, while dealing with the sad reality of the spreading anti-Semitic sentiment of the local Authoritarian government. Even if you haven't seen this movie, you undoubtedly know some of the catchy songs: If I were a Rich Man, Matchmaker Matchmaker, Tradition, L'chaim (to life), Sunrise Sunset, Do You Love Me... I can go on. Watch it if you haven't, don't let the runtime scare you... then listen along. http://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclass   Email: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 730-6010Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/    Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclass Patrons:JavierListener Stephen: The Maple Syrup DonJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksRyan  CorbinJason  forcefivepodcast.comBrendan BealChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns linktr.ee/MitchburnsRobert Stewart SWOProductions.comJason linktr.ee/scenethatreviewsAndrew Martin https://andrewwatchesmovies.libsyn.com/Joseph Navarro     Pete Abeyta  and Tyler Noe