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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 new life and past trauma, the voice of Kim Thuy and the difference between care and compassion.

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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, amidst the rumours that they're turning into oxen. In this 1on1, we speak to Barosa about the relationship between generational delusionment and generalized depression and finding your voice.

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.

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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. But, when an ex-cop named Fallon (Alex Pettyfer) returns to the scene, the balance of power is threatened and the truth about the Coat will be revealed. In this 1on1, we speak to Baird about the reality of the American Dream and vampire movies for people who don't like vampire movies. In this 1on1, we speak to co-star Kurt Yeager (SONS OF ANARCHY) about the making of a monster and the reality of the American Dream.

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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 makes this one of the most horrifying explorations of man's penchant for evil in years. This week, Kevin McLenithan returns to delve into the terrifying evil of humanity and what makes a 'good man'.

You can find Kevin's writing at seeingandbelieving.substack.com.

The Zone of Interest is currently available in limited theatres.

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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. This week, Kevin McLenithan joins Steve to once again talk about the moments that mattered to us in 2023.

You can find Kevin's writing at seeingandbelieving.substack.com.

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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 speak to Mattison and Martin about 'peace as a social contract' and the tension between resistance and violence.

Executive produced by wrestling superstar Chris Jericho, THE DEATH TOUR follows a team of wrestlers on their annual road trip through Indigenous communities in Northern Canada. Trekking through the perilous frozen tundra, the wrestler's face the frigid weather, harsh conditions and, ultimately, their inner demons as they bring light and joy to the children of populations that are struggling. While some hope that their time on the Tour will result in fame elsewhere, others appreciate the gift of serving families in need. In this 1on1, we speak to Jericho about bringing hope through wrestling and blurring the lines of reality.

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. But, when an ex-cop named Fallon (Alex Pettyfer) returns to the scene, the balance of power is threatened and the truth about the Coat will be revealed. In this 1on1, we speak to Baird about the reality of the American Dream and vampire movies for people who don't like vampire movies.

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. But, when an ex-cop named Fallon (Alex Pettyfer) returns to the scene, the balance of power is threatened and the truth about the Coat will be revealed. In this 1on1, we speak to Baird about the reality of the American Dream and vampire movies for people who don't like vampire movies. In this 1on1, we speak to Pettyfer about the power of fear and tapping into the monster.