ScreenFish

In the year 2017, director Denis Villeneuve attempted the impossible: to direct a sequel to the incomparable sci-fi classic BLADE RUNNER. With the release of BLADE RUNNER 2049, Villeneuve's risk became our reward by creating one of the year's most compelling films yet it still struggles to find an audience. This week, Steve welcomes Face2Face's David Peck and Michael LeFleur to discuss the film's struggles, the nature of reality and the relationship between the Creator and his creation.

When offered the chance to dip into the world of A.A. Milne, director Simon Curtis couldn't pass up the opportunity to be a part of GOODBYE CHRISTOPHER ROBIN. In this 1on1, Steve had the chance to briefly catch up with the director who spoke openly about the healing power of childhood, PTSD and his favourite character in the world of Winnie the Pooh.

In THE FLORIDA PROJECT, director Sean Baker tells the stories of the 'hidden homeless' along Florida's 192 corridor. While the film and its characters are entirely fictional, the homeless in that area of Florida are real. Mary Downey is the founder of the Community Hope Center, an organization that works with the residents in that area and actually influenced the development of THE FLORIDA PROJECT as well. This week, Steve was fortunate to speak with Mary about the realities for her residents, hope for the homeless and how we can help.

When director Darren Aronofsky releases a film, it's often bound to court controversy. Blending an environmental message and Biblical metaphor, mother! instantly divided audiences between those that loathed its excessiveness and those that loved and respected its ambition. This week, Steve welcomes ScreenFish guppies Ben Dower and Andrew Eaton as they tackle Aronofsky's complicated vision by discussing its portrayal of God, the meaning of love and... um... Taylor Swift.

In her latest film, THE PATHOLOGICAL OPTIMIST, director Miranda Bailey explores the story of Andrew Wakefield, the controversial former doctor who believes there's a link between the MMR vaccine and autism. This week, Steve has the opportunity to speak to Miranda about what she believes he wants to see happen and the controversy about her film's release.

With the inception of this year's Animation is Film Festival, Eric Beckman has sought to create a place where animators around the world can showcase the best films of their craft. This week, Steve gets a chance to speak with Eric about the power of animation and what makes it such a unique medium for storytelling.

This week, Steve welcomes back ScreenFish'rs Shelley McVea and Darrel Manson to talk about THE FLORIDA PROJECT. Directed by Sean Baker, THE FLORIDA PROJECT follows the stories of the hidden homeless in Kissimmee, FL and focuses on the relationship between Halley (Bria Viniate) and her young daughter, Moonie (Brooklynn Prince). Struggling to live week to week, Halley and Moonie live at The Magic Castle motel, managed with care by Bobby (Willem Dafoe). In the film, PROJECT asks what it means to 'find your kingdom' but does it have an answer? And is there a difference between 'justice' and 'charity'? All this and more this week on ScreenFish.

In the Season 4 premiere, Steve welcomes ScreenFish'rs Julie and Paul Levac to step onto the court to talk about Battle of the Sexes! Detailing the events surrounding the legendary tennis match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs in 1973, Battle of the Sexes has a lot to say about the nature of injustice and sexual politics. PLUS, the team shares what they learned at TIFF17 this year!

In this episode, Steve goes 1on1 with Anna Schafer, star of ELIZABETH BLUE. Anna plays the titular character, a woman struggling with mental health issues, as she seeks a sense of safety within her world. In an open conversation, they get to speak about hope for those struggling and Anna's journey from child model to Hollywood.

In this episode, Steve gets to sit down with iconic comedian, Cedric the Entertainer, to talk about his latest film, FIRST REFORMED. Playing a mega-church pastor, Cedric brings a subversive edge to his character and the two get to speak about what it means to be a good man and working with director Paul Schrader.