Set in the near future, Civil War depicts America as a nation divided within between two factions. Under the influence of a dictator president (Nick Offerman) in the midst of his third term, the country has reached a boiling point. With rebel factions descending upon the White House, Lee (Kirsten Dunst) and her team of military-embedded journalists…

Wrestlemania is back and bigger than ever! With the popularity of WWE reaching heights it hasn't seen in two decades, the culmination seems to bee this weekend as Cody Rhodes attempts to take down Universal Champion Roman Reigns and the Final Boss himself, Dwayne Johnson. But is that possible? This week, Kirk Haviland and Dave Voigt return to the r…

Directed by Alexandre Philippe, William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill is an intimate portrayal (maybe) of Shatner’s life and career. Having been a performer for over 70 years, Shatner’s career has boldly gone from space (Star Trek) to the streets (T.J. Hooker) and here, he’s invited to share the insight and wisdom that make him one of the more uniq…

In COLD ROAD, Tracy (Rosanne Supernault) is an Indigenous woman who gets the call that her mother is near death. Out of concern for her family, she and her dog immediately get in the car and head north on the frozen remote highway home. Along the way, Tracy finds herself hunted by a mysterious stranger in a semi-truck who seems determined to derail…

Created by Michael Tobin, TVO's new series, NEW WORLD BEAT, steps into the heart of Toronto's energetic music scene. Blending performances and intimate conversations, the show taps into the heart of the city by elevating the artists and let them share more than just their music. In this 1on1, we speak to Tobin about Toronto's unique musical voice, …

In TRANSITION, Australian filmmaker and journalist Jordan Bryon gives the world an entirely different view of the Taliban regime during the fall of Afghanistan. Having gained incredible access to a Taliban unit, Bryon and his videographer, Teddy, give an authentic view of life under their oppressive regime. However, at the same time, Bryon’s journe…

Set in the late 1970s, BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE follows Bob Marley (Kingsley Ben-Adir) as he attempts to help his home country of Jamaica during a time of political division. With the develop of Smile Jamaica, a free concert with an emphasis on unity, Marley hoped to inspire his nation to come together. However, after things go horribly wrong, Marley a…

At long last, it's time for the X-Men to fight for us all! Picking up almost right after the events of the series finale, X-MEN '97 (formerly X-MEN: THE ANIMATED SERIES) brings back its unique blend of superhero mayhem and serious topics. In this 1on1, we speak to returning star Lenore Zann (X-MEN '97, THE MADONES) about going 'Rogue' again, the le…

Directed and starring Cody Lightning, HEY VIKTOR! is a mockumentary about one man's last grasp at greatness. As the child star of SMOKE SIGNALS, Lightning has never been able to translate his early success into adulthood acting glory. Now in his 30s, Lightning decides that the only course of action is to reconnect with his friends and recreate his …

Written and directed by Carolina Markowicz, TOLL tells the story of Suellen (Maeve Jinkings), a toll booth attendant, who is struggling with her teenage son's sexuality. When she hears of a local gay conversion workshop, she believes that it's the best way to have him 'fixed' yet cannot afford the cost. However, when she realizes that her role at t…

Directed by James Hawes, ONE LIFE tells the story of Nicholas Winton (Johnny Flynn), a young London stock broker whose life is changed upon a trip to Prague in December 1938. With the Nazis wreaking havoc in Europe, Winton is stunned to see the lives of countless children who have been cast aside to the streets. Working with a team of friends, Wint…

Written and directed by James A. Woods & Nicolas Wright, FRENCH GIRL tells the story of Gordon (Zach Braff), a man who has finally found the love of his life in Sophie (Evelyne Brochu). Gordon is ready to finally pop the question when Sophie is invited to apply for a big job opportunity in her home town. Determined to keep their love alive, Gordon …

Directed by Jeremy Lalonde, DANIEL'S GOTTA DIE tells the story of Daniel Powell (Joel David Moore), a man who has just inherited has dying father's massive fortune. There's just one catch: Daniel can keep the money for himself or he can spend the weekend with his estranged brother and sisters in an effort to rekindle their family. So, of course, Da…

Directed by Phil Allocco, 5LBS OF PRESSURE tells the story of Adam (Luke Evans), an ex-con who has finally finished his parole and returns to his old neighbourhood. Having served 16 years in prison, Adam’s greatest wish is to seek forgiveness and reconcile with his ex-wife and the son who grew up without ever knowing his father. Meanwhile, Mike (Ro…

Skadoosh! Directed by Mike Mitchell, KUNG FU PANDA 4 sees the return of Po (Jack Black) as he has embraced the role of Dragon Warrior. But things change when Master Shifu (Dustin Hoffman) tells him that his new mission is to choose his successor. Then, as a new villain threatens the valley, Po must team with a rambunctious fox in order to prevent t…

Written and directed by Cord Jefferson, AMERICAN FICTION tells the story of Thelonious "Monk" Ellison, a highly intelligent, African-American upper class novelist-professor that has been told that his books aren't 'Black enough' to make money. Frustrated by the state of the industry, he writes his new book under a false name and plays into stereoty…

Directed by Rachel Ramsay and James Erskine, COPA 71 transports the viewer back to August of 1971 as teams of women from England, Argentina, Mexico, France, Denmark and Italy descend upon Mexico City for the very first (unofficial) Women's World Cup. Despite 100,000 roaring fans in the stands, this ground-breaking tournament has been largely lost t…

Directed by Linsey Stewart and Dane Clark, SUZE tells the story of 'Suze' (Michaela Watkins), a woman struggling with 'empty nest' syndrome as her daughter goes off to college. As Suze attempts to make a new life, she inadvertently becomes the doting mother figure to her daughter's ex-boyfriend, Gage (Charlie Gillespie), even though she never appro…

Directed by Phil Allocco, 5LBS OF PRESSURE tells the story of Adam (Luke Evans), an ex-con who has finally finished his parole and returns to his old neighbourhood. Having served 16 years in prison, Adam’s greatest wish is to seek forgiveness and reconcile with his ex-wife and the son who grew up without ever knowing his father. Meanwhile, Mike (Ro…

Skadoosh! Directed by Mike Mitchell, KUNG FU PANDA 4 sees the return of Po (Jack Black) as he has embraced the role of Dragon Warrior. But things change when Master Shifu (Dustin Hoffman) tells him that his new mission is to choose his successor. Then, as a new villain threatens the valley, Po must team with a rambunctious fox in order to prevent t…

Written and directed by Sherren Lee, FLOAT is a charming and heart-warming romance that follows Waverly (Andrea Bang), a young woman who visits her aunt (Michelle Krusiec) in a small town in order to clear her head. While she's there, Waverly meets Blake (Robbie Amell) and there's an instant attraction. But love is a scary thing and the two must de…

Directed by Samantha Jayne and Arturo Perez Jr. the musical revival of MEAN GIRLS tells the story of Cady Heron (Angourie Rice), a teenager who transfers to a new high school in the US from her home of South Africa. On her first day, Cady finds herself in the crosshairs of an elite group of popular girls called the Plastics. Led by the ruthless Reg…

When Dianne Whelan needed to reset her life, the best option was to hit the trail. Chronicling her journey in 500 DAYS IN THE WILD, Whelan's ride took on a life of its own yet also changed her life in ways she could have never imagined. In this 1on1, we speak to Whelan about reconnecting with the web of life, submitting to the process and what's in…

Directed by Linsey Stewart and Dane Clark, SUZE tells the story of 'Suze' (Michaela Watkins), a woman struggling with 'empty nest' syndrome as her daughter goes off to college. As Suze attempts to make a new life, she inadvertently becomes the doting mother figure to her daughter's ex-boyfriend, Gage (Charlie Gillespie), even though she never appro…

In EXILE, Ted Evans (Adam Beach) is a man on the run. Having received a threat from the man who's family he killed under in a DUI, Ted has become a recluse. However, when his wife, Sarah (Camille Sullivan) discovers his whereabouts, she seeks him out with the intent of saving her marriage and Ted's soul. In this 1on1, we speak to Beach about grappl…

Directed by Linsey Stewart and Dane Clark, SUZE tells the story of 'Suze' (Michaela Watkins), a woman struggling with 'empty nest' syndrome as her daughter goes off to college. As Suze attempts to make a new life, she inadvertently becomes the doting mother figure to her daughter's ex-boyfriend, Gage (Charlie Gillespie), even though she never appro…

Directed by Linsey Stewart and Dane Clark, SUZE tells the story of 'Suze' (Michaela Watkins), a woman struggling with 'empty nest' syndrome as her daughter goes off to college. As Suze attempts to make a new life, she inadvertently becomes the doting mother figure to her daughter's ex-boyfriend, Gage (Charlie Gillespie), even though she never appro…

In EXILE, Ted Evans (Adam Beach) is a man on the run. Having received a threat from the man who's family he killed under in a DUI, Ted has become a recluse. However, when his wife, Sarah (Camille Sullivan) discovers his whereabouts, she seeks him out with the intent of saving her marriage and Ted's soul. In this 1on1, we speak to Beach about grappl…

Written and directed by Keir O'Donnell, MARMALADE tells the story of Baron (Joe Keery), a young man imprisoned for a crime he claims to have never committed. Booked in a cell with Otis (Aldis Hodge), Baron asks Otis to help him break out so he can return to the woman he loves. Begrudgingly, Otis agrees but demands that Baron spill his story to prov…

Are you a cat person? Even if you're not, Senator Pamela Wallin wants to change your mind about our feline friends. In her new book, CATS, Senator Wallin delves deeply into the world of our kitty companions. Using scientific study, personal anecdotes and historical quotes, CATS explores the power that cats can have in our lives, ranging from psycho…

Directed by Herbert Ross, the American classic FOOTLOOSE tells the story of Ren McCormick (Kevin Bacon), a young rebel who arrives in a small town only to discover that dancing has been banned. Ren also falls in love with Ariel (Lori Singer), the local minister's daughter and the two begin a crusade to free the town and its youth with the power of …

After two decades, MEAN GIRLS returns to re-establish its legacy with a whole new generation. Once again led by Tina Fey, the new musical vision tells the story of high school newbie Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) as she finds herself in the crosshairs of the villainous Plastics and their leader, Regina George (Renee Rapp). This week, Catherine Erskine…

Directed by Basil Mironer, DANDELIONS is a gripping documentary of one man's journey to understand his family history. When a random Facebook message from a distant relative reaches him, Mironer learns that his mother was married before and another man is truly his father. Now, Mironer and his brother embark on a journey across the ocean to meet th…

Written and directed by Lonzo Nzekwe, ORAH is the thrilling story of a woman who immigrates from Nigeria and tries desperately to be reunited with her son on Canadian soil by any means necessary. But, when things go wrong, Orah begins a new journey to even the score with those involved. In this 1on1, we speak ot Nzekwe about the line between reveng…

Directed by Rachel Lambert, SOMETIMES I THINK ABOUT DYING tells the story of Fran (Daisy Ridley), a quiet young woman who struggles with her mental health. Though she's always around people, she struggles to connect with anyone else, until she meets the eye of co-worker Robert (Dave Marheje). But, as the two try to strike up a romance, Fran is unsu…

Written and directed by Sherren Lee, FLOAT is a charming and heart-warming romance that follows Waverly (Andrea Bang), a young woman who visits her aunt (Michelle Krusiec) in a small town in order to clear her head. While she's there, Waverly meets Blake (Robbie Amell) and there's an instant attraction. But love is a scary thing and the two must de…

Written and directed by Sherren Lee, FLOAT is a charming and heart-warming romance that follows Waverly (Andrea Bang), a young woman who visits her aunt in a small town in order to clear her head. While she's there, Waverly meets Blake (Robbie Amell) and there's an instant attraction. But love is a scary thing and the two must decide if its truly w…

Directed by Andrew Cumming, OUT OF THE DARKNESS shows that, even 45,000 years in the past, we're often dealing with the same problems today. Set in the Prehistoric Era, this monster mash follows a tribe as they attempt to find out what's threatening in the dark before it claims their lives. In this 1on1, we speak to Cumming and stars Safia Oakley-G…

Streaming on Paramount+ (and now available on Blu-ray), SPECIAL OPS: LIONESS is a gripping and intense series that follows Joe (Zoe Saldana), an elite military operative who is struggling to hold the pieces together at home. While on an intense mission under the supervision of CIA head, Byron Westfield (Michael Kelly), Joe attempts to complete her …

Stepping into the world of professional wrestling, director Sean Durkin's THE IRON CLAW also tells one of 2023's most honest stories. By following the wins and lessons of the Von Erich brothers, Durkin taps into the ways that we deal with tragedy and traumas of family, no matter the setting. This week, Dave Voigt ( @intheseats7388 ) and Prabhjot Ba…

Streaming on Amazon Prime (and now available on Blu-ray), SPECIAL OPS: LIONESS is a gripping and intense series that follows Joe (Zoe Saldana), an elite military operative who is struggling to hold the pieces together at home. While on an intense mission under the supervision of CIA head, Byron Westfield (Michael Kelly), Joe attempts to complete he…

In THE RAINBOW BRIDGE, Tina (Thu Tran) recognizes that the life of her beloved dog, MeeMoo (Fat Tony) is coming to an end. As a result, she accepts an (expensive) offer to reach out to him one last time at ‘Rainbow Bridge Enterprises’, a mysterious clinic offering human-to-pet communication. Led by Dr. Bailey Picadillo (Heather Lawless) and her par…

Directed by Anna Hints, SMOKE SAUNA SISTERHOOD invites the viewer into the darkness of a smoke sauna where women are allowed to share their most intimate experiences in order to find community and support. In this 1on1, Seun Olowo-Ake speaks to Hints about cleansing the soul, lifting burdens together and creating safe spaces. SMOKE SAUNA SISTERHOOD…

Based on the memoir of author Kim Thuy, Charles-Olivier Marchaud's RU follows the journey of young Tinh as she first arrives in Quebec. Although she is welcomed by those around her, her traumatic journey from Vietnam weighs heavily upon her as she attempts to embrace her new reality. In this 1on1, we speak to Marchaud about being caught between a n…

Debuting at Sundance '24, Daniel Barosa's BOI DE CONCHAS begins as Brazil attempts to navigate intense crises in their social, political and economic spheres. As emotional distancing has become normalized, the nation's teens face depression on epidemic levels. However, things become more disturbing as cases of missing teenagers begins to mount, ami…

Directed by Elizabeth Lazebnik, BE STILL brings to life the world of Hannah Maynard, Canada's (and the world's) first surrealist photographer. In this 1on1, we speak to Lazebnik about stepping into Maynard's mind, terror in the stillness and the tension between truth and photography. #film #movies #interviews #bestill #hannahmaynard #surrealism…

Directed by Andrew Baird, SUNRISE begins in the wake of a horrifying crime in a rural town. The scene is brutal but many of the residents blame the events on a local mythological being known as the Red Coat. But in this town, the ruthless Reynolds is king. He doesn't believe in the monster and refuses to relent his grip on the terrified townsfolk. …

Though critically adored, THE ZONE OF INTEREST was not a film on many people's radar. This unbelievable true story follows Rudolph Hoss, a man whose life feels 'normal'. He works hard, loves his family and spending time with his friends. However, the fact that he was a high-level Nazi overseeing Auschwitz give the film a bone-chilling edge that mak…

Finally, the time has come. Another year has wrapped and awards are being given. But while people argue about which picture deserves the accolades, what about the moments that moved us along the way? Some of these important scenes are simply not in the films that will receive awards recognition--but that doesn't mean that they don't leave an impact…

Directed by Sean Mattison and produced by Trevor Martin, PETRO is set during a historic political upheaval in Colombia as Senator Gustavo Petro becomes the front-runner for president in 2022. As a former M-19 guerrilla leader, Petro's message of peace sends shockwaves through the nation and seems to threaten the powers that be. In this 1on1, we spe…