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As the clock rolls into 2022, it's time to look back at the year that was! However, while so many people battle over which film was the 'best', we like to look at the specific scenes that left a mark on us over the year. (And yes, that means spoilers...) For a very special episode, Seeing and Believing's Kevin McLenithan and author Wade Bearden (and former co-host of Kevin's) join forces to look at the movie moments that mattered most to us in 2021. (And a special thanks to contributing guests Victor Stiff, Dave Voigt, Jolie Featherstone, Thom Ernst and Julie Levac!)NOTE: This episode was recorded to be combined with our reflection on 'The Power of the Dog'. However, it was re-edited into two separate episodes.

Written, directed by and starring Valerie Lemercier, ALINE is based on the life of music icon Celine Dion yet is told as the “fictional” story of Aline Dieu (Lemercier), a young girl with a golden voice. After her family manages to garner the attention of a local agency, Dieu becomes the protégé of music producer Guy-Claude Kamar (Sylvain Marcel). However, as Dieu becomes an adult, their professional relationship also begin to become something more. In this 1on1, we speak to Lemercier about the challenges of stardom and what she hopes Dion feels if she sees the film.

At first glance, CABIN CONNECTION seems like another example of the style of romance made famous by Hallmark. Starring Katherine Barrell and Cody Ray Thompson, the film tells the story of Hannah, a young writer who leaves for her grandmother's cabin where she meets a handsome handyman who helps her fix up the place as they fall in love. However, in some important ways, CONNECTION is different than other examples of the genre. In this 1on1, we speak to Barrell and Thompson about whether or not we're 'hardwired to love', confidence in singleness and whether or not there's such a thing as 'love at first sight'.

With a resume that includes Disney's HERCULES and THE LION KING, producer Alice Dewey Goldstone certainly knows a few things about quality animation. Now, as the producer of HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA: TRANSFORMANIA, Goldstone returns to the genre that she loves so much and helps bring to life the latest adventure of Drac, Johnny, Mavis and the rest. In this 1on1, we speak to Goldstone about what makes these characters so endearing and what it means to truly trust one another.

Though he's often best known for his edgier roles in ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT and VEEP, Tony Hale also welcomes the opportunity to delve into children's fare as well. In his latest animated feature POUPELLE OF CHIMNEY TOWN, Hale plays Poupelle, a man made out of garbage who's loving spirit changes the lives of everyone with whom he comes into contact. In this 1on1, we speak to Hale about the toxic nature of labels and what it means to 'look up'.

Best known for his work on CBC's iconic THIS HOUR HAS 22 MINUTES, Mark Critch is taking us back in time to his childhood. Based on his memoir, SON OF A CRITCH tells the story of his growing up as the youngest child in a family full of adults in the 1980s. In this 1on1, we speak to Critch about seeing his life from another perspective, what he would say to his younger self and why Canadians are so funny.

Christmas may be over but SF Radio has one last present for you to unwrap! With SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME setting fire to the box office, Marvel and Sony have another mega-hit on their hands. Filled with cameos, crazy action and an emotional arc for Tom Holland, NO WAY HOME has been a hit with audiences and critics... but the film is about far more than Spider-Mayhem. This week, Mira Ibrahim and Dina Hamdieh stop by to talk about handling 'great power' and second chances in a cancel culture.

In this 1on1, ScreenFish'r Darrel Manson speaks Bentley about how being raised by a jockey shaped his worldview, his unique relationship with co-writer Greg Kwedar and working with first-time actors.

Written and directed by Garth Jennings, the highly anticipated SING 2 sees the return of Buster Moon (Matthew McConaughey), the can-do koala bear who enters his team in a singing competition led by promotion king, Jimmy Crystal (Bobby Cannavale). However, in order to entice Crystal’s investment, Moon suggests that he can get legendary (and reclusive) rock star, Clay Callaway (Bono) to star in his production. Peaking Crystal’s interest, Moon and his friends suddenly have a mere three weeks to develop an entirely new production while convincing Callaway to come out of retirement. In this 1on1, we speak to Jennings about designing the sequel, working with Bono and whether or not a song can save your life.

It's always a challenge to bring a classic story back to life. However, with his new version of WEST SIDE STORY, Steven Spielberg seems to have a hit on his hands with critics. But why is this film still relevant today? This week, Wade Bearden returns to talk about updating a legend, and hope for the 'bad guys'. PLUS, Wade and Steve offer up their 'Christmas Wishes' for 2022!