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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 her journey, leaving her no choice but to fight for her life. In this 1on1, we speak to Supernault about finding safe spaces, the sacrifices that she made for the role and working with her canine co-star.

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, creating safe spaces and offering more than our art.

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 journey with the military also coincides with his own physical transformation as a trans man. Out of concern for their lives, Bryon conceals his physiology in order to be accepted as a man, all the while struggling with the unique moral and ethical dilemma of his situation. As he gains more freedom during his transition, Bryon’s film also grapples with the oppression of women who attempt to find freedom themselves under the Taliban regime. In this 1on1, we speak to Bryon and co-director Monica Villamizar about living amongst the Taliban and being 'seen how you feel'.

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 and his wife, Rita (Lashana Lynch) flee to England, where they would create his most famous project, Exodus. In this 1on1, we speak to Lynch about the 'queenliness' of Rita Marley, sacrificing ourselves for the mission and spiritual moments on the set.

BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE is now available to buy or rent on digital home entertainment platforms. 

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 legacy of X-MEN and fighting for justice. 

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 childhood success with the creation of SMOKE SIGNALS 2. In this 1on1, we speak to Lightning about the line between myth and man, getting the band back together and leaving a legacy.

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 the toll booth can aid a gang of thieves, she convinces herself that the financial help is more important than the compromises she would be forced to make. But, her decision to cross the line threatens more than she expects. In this 1on1, we speak to Jinkings about working with Carolina Markowicz, the tension between religion and judgment & stepping into the role of the villain.

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, Winton decides works tirelessly to help these refugee children to emigrate to England. Even so, 50 years later, Winton (Hopkins) still is burdened by those he could not help and he seeks to get their story told. In this 1on1, we speak to Hawes about the power of the Nicholas Winton, being extraordinarily ordinary and working with Anthony Hopkins.

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 follows Sophie to Quebec to meet her hard-to-impress French-speaking family. But things go from bad to worse when he realizes that Sophie's new potential boss is actually her long-lost ex, sending Gordon into an emotional tailspin. In this 1on1, we speak to Woods & Wright about bringing Quebec to the big screen and fighting with our families.

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, Daniel chooses for the weekend of family fun. But Daniel's endless positivity drives his siblings to do the unthinkable: kill their brother and take the cash for themselves. In this 1on1, we speak to Lalonde about working with Bob Saget, family drama and the toxicity of money.