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As the creator of Human Body Expression, choreographer Hanna Keil understood that live theatre was going to struggle during the pandemic. After all, how can you bring your vision to life when others aren't able (or willing) to sit together in-person? However, the new documentary BUT THEN AGAIN chronicles her group's triumphant return to live performances and the challenges they faced in bringing the dream to life. In this 1on1, we speak to Kiel about the emotional catharsis of the arts, bringing dance to life onscreen and working with Yoko Ono.

Directed by Clio Barnard, ALI & AVA tells the story of two people who are both lonely for different reasons. Separated (secretly) from his wife, Ali (Adeel Akhtar) may have a spouse in the home but his heart feels alone. For Ava (Claire Rushbrook), she lives with her adult son and his family but wishes that her own life had love once again. When the two meet, sparks begin to fly but both struggle to work past the pain that they have brought into their new relationship. In this 1on1, we speak to Akhtar about the power of music, the nature of Ali's quest and his BAFTA nomination.

Set during the Housing Crisis of 2008, THE BIG SHORT attempts to unravel the complexities of the financial world. But is it a take of how to get rich quick or a terrifying warning of financial recklessness? (Or both?) This week, JT makes SHORT his pick and the team delves into the film's look at making bank and profits over people.

Directed by John Daschbach, COME BACK ANYTIME is a documentary about legendary ramen master Masamoto Ueda. For over forty years, Ueda has been perfecting and serving Tokyo-style ramen in his little establishment. Beloved by his neighbourhood and patrons, Ueda has created more than a delicious dish. He’s created a loving community. In this 1on1, we speak to Daschbach about the power of food, making safe spaces and keeping it simple.

6 views  Jul 19, 2022  In Toronto, ON, Carnival is a yearly festival celebrating the Caribbean culture in all its glory--and Joella Crichton is its queen. Directed by Chris Strikes, BECOMING A QUEEN follows Crichton on her remarkable reign of 9 victories as Queen of Carnival as she attempts to win one more crown before she retires. In this 1on1, we speak to Strikes about the importance of Toronto's Carnival, pushing away from sexuality and the tension between 'craft' and 'art'.

Written and directed by Dean Fleischer-Camp, MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON tells the story of an adorable knick-knack and his search for family. Marcel (voiced by Jenny Slate), a one-inch-tall shell with a single googly-eye, lives with his Grandmother as the sole survivors of a tragedy that saw his family disappear into the night. When a documentary director rents their home as an AirBnB, he cannot help but make Marcel his next subject. As the videos launch, Marcel begins to hope that these simple videos might lead to him finding the family that he lost and loves so dearly. In this 1on1, we speak to Fleischer-Camp about using documentary style, the balance between seriousness and sweetness and what comes next for Marcel.

They're back! The crew from #moviesyoumissed return for a new season of sharing the stories that matter to them! This year, some changes have been made. Instead of the team competition, each member of the team will bring a movie that has been important to them that the others have not yet seen for discussion. Up first, Steve brings David Fincher's THE SOCIAL NETWORK! This week, the MYM Crew talks about the stresses of social and reprehensible heroes.

Starring Amin Joseph, THE ROYAL tells the amazing true story of Willie Mays Aikens, the once-great World Series hero who went to prison for drug use and changed his life. When he was finally released, Aikens goal was clear: make amends with his wife and daughter and draw to claw his way back into the world of baseball. But can the people of his life forgive him and give him a second chance? In this 1on1, we speak to Amin about fallen heroes, making amends and finding your calling.

Written by Vera Herbert, DON'T MAKE ME GO tells the story of Max (John Cho), a single father who discovers that he has a terminal disease. Grieving the time he will lose with his teenage daughter Wally (Mia Isaac), he brings her on a road trip in an attempt to compound the love and support that he will miss. In this 1on1, we speak to Herbert about writing as catharsis and the relationship between humour and grief.

It's a special thing to 'create universes'. Having struggled with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, her entire life, Lisa Anita Wegner found it difficult to make sense of the world. However, when she began to embrace the madness of her mind, she found that her creative limitations melted away into something incredible. With THE INTANGIBLE ADORATIONS CARAVAN, Wegner takes her visual arts installation to the next level as she seeks to develop something immersive for all yet sensitive to the the neurodiverse as well. In this 1on1, we speak to Wegner about being saved by the arts, living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and connecting with the mad, disabled and neurodiverse through the arts.