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Written by (and starring) Joshua Sharp & Aaron Jackson, DICKS: THE MUSICAL tells the story of Craig and Trevor (Sharp and Jackson), two competing businessmen who are determined to climb over one another on the corporate ladder. But, when they discover that they’re long-lost identical twins, the two decide to join forces in an attempt to reunite their divorced parents and attempt to rebuild their family. In this 1on1, we speak to Sharp & Jackson about the legend of Larry Charles, the boundaries of comedy and birthing the Sewer Boys. 

Directed by Liz Marshall, S-YEWYAW/AWAKEN tells the story of Alfonso Salinas of the shíshálh Nation (Sunshine Coast, BC) and impact producer Charlene SanJenko of Splatsin of the Secwépemc Nation (Shuswap, BC) as they delve into the horrifying realities of Canada’s Residential School system and the many ways that it impacted their culture and its teachings. For Salinas, that journey takes the shape of the establishment of a canoeing group for young people that will help them reconnect with their indigenous heritage. In the case of SanJenko, it involves hearing the truths that shaped (and rocked) her Elders as they speak to the traumas of the past. In this 1on1, we speak to Marshall and Salinas about returning pride to the First Nations people & passing on the story.

Directed by Ariane Louise-Seize, Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person tells the story of Sasha (Sara Monpetit), a teenage (appearing) vampire who’s struggling to make a kill. Even though she needs human blood to live, Sasha’s empathy for others makes taking a life almost impossible. Unlike the other members of her family, her fangs only appear when she can connect with her prey. But that problem can potentially be resolved when she meets Paul (Felix-Antoine Benard), a regular teen who believes that life is no longer worth living. As the two strike up an agreement, Sasha offers to help him resolve his issues before making him her next meal. In this 1on1, we speak to Louise-Seize and Benard about laughing at the darkness and what teens really hunger for.

Directed by Ian Gabriel, RUNS IN THE FAMILY tells the story of River (Gabe Gabriel, who also wrote the script), a young trans drag man who is invited by his father, Varun (Ace Bhatti) to join him on a road trip across South Africa. Their mission? To break River’s estranged mother out of rehab. Things seem to be going their way until River finds out that his partner for an upcoming drag competition has gotten injured. For River, winning the competition would have provided the money he needed for his surgery and he’s broken by the loss. But would Varun be willing to step in and take their place?  In this 1on1, we speak to Gabriel about working with his father, taking an optimistic tone and owning your story.

Directed by Jeff Celentano, THE HILL tells the inspirational true story of Rickey Hill (Colin Ford), the son of a travelling pastor who yearned to becoming a professional ball player. Despite his physical obstacles, Hill became one of the best hitters in baseball and remained determined to follow his dream. In this 1on1, we speak to Celentano and the real Rickey Hill about bringing baseball to life onscreen and breaking down the line between sports and faith.

Written and directed by Sophie Dupuis, SOLO introduces the world to Simon (Theodore Pellerin), a fiery drag artist who lights up the stage nightly. Vibrant and filled with youthful fire, Simon finds himself distracted when he encounters Olivier (Felix Maritaud), the charming drag artist that joins the troupe. Just as the two spark up a romance together, Simon’s long-estranged mother returns. Between her sudden arrival and the toxicity rising within his new relationship, Simon is torn between worlds and finds himself attempting to please everyone in his life. In this 1on1, we speak to Pellerin about the collaborative process and toxic relationships

Written and directed by Luke Higginson, RELAX, I'M FROM THE FUTURE tells the story of Casper (Rhys Darby), a time traveller who appears in the present day who’s interested in living in the moment. When he meets Holly (Gabrielle Graham), the two begin an almost instant friendship, especially since Casper has the knowledge that she needs to make a quick buck. However, as the two live it up in the present, time has a way of coming calling and they inadvertently change what’s ‘supposed to happen’. Suddenly, the future hangs in the balance as they attempt to fix what was broken. In this 1on1, we speak to Higginson about developing the mushy blob of reality and what it means to 'matter'.

Written by Bob Barlen and directed by Cal Brunker, PAW PATROL: THE MIGHTY MOVIE sees Ryder and the pups as they continue to be the law and order of Adventure City. However, when a ‘mad scientist’ (Taraji P. Henson) causes a meteor to crash down in the city, the Paw Patrol find themselves superpowers. Transformed into the Mighty Pups, the team must work together to defeat their villainous new foe who proves to be a greater threat than they had imagined (especially when she teams up with their arch-rival, Humdinger). In this 1on1, we speak with Brunker and Barren about the evolution of the Paw Patrol and where 'power' comes from.

Directed by Kitty Green, The Royal Hotel tells the story of Hanna and Liv (Julia Garner and Jessica Henwick), two best friends who embark on a backpacking trip across the Australian Outback. When their money runs dry, the two are forced to take on temporary work in a bar called ‘The Royal Hotel’. However, what begins as a simple way to make some extra cash soon begins to spiral out of their control, exposing a riotous world of male dominance in the midst of the desert. In this 1on1, we speak to Green about the most dangerous men and fighting back against male toxicity.

Directed by Andy Palmer, THE RE-EDUCATION OF MOLLY SINGER tells the story of Molly Singer (Britt Robertson), a young woman who made a name for herself as the life of the party during her college years. But now, as an adult, she spends her days struggling along as low-level attorney who’s just trying to keep her boss, Brenda (Jaime Pressly) off her back. When her job is on the line, Brenda lets her know that the way back into her good graces is to help her socially awkward son, Elliot (Ty Simpkins) acclimatize to college life. Re-enrolling in her old almamater, Molly and her friend Olly (Nico Santos) step back into the past in an effort to repair Elliot’s severely damaged reputation. In this 1on1, we speak to Palmer about the comedy of college and being a good man in a modern world.