DEAD RINGERS. THE FLY. VIDEODROME. SCANNERS. The films of David Cronenberg have delighted horror fans, grossed out audiences and challenged censors for the last five decades. His name was at one time cursed in the halls of parliament for using public film funding—Canadian tax dollars—to make movies like SHIVERS and RABID; films that earned him the moniker the “Baron of Blood.” They inspired controversy, but his films were profitable, and in Ottawa, just like in Hollywood, money talks.

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North reveals the stories behind your favourite Canadian Content. For season 2, we are presenting a new six-part narrative series dedicated to the early life and career of the “King of Venereal Horror” director David Cronenberg.

Episodes drop every Tuesday.

Host: Ryan Barnett

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