Directed by Deming Chen, ALWAYS follows Gong Youbin, a child born into a poor Chinese family in the countryside of Hunan who hasn't seen his mother since he was three months old. However, Gong finds a way to interpret his world through the eyes of poetry, an outlet that allows his imagination to express his feelings. In this 1on1, we speak to Chen …

Premiering at HotDocs '25, AI WEIWEI'S TURANDOT follows the legendary artist as he seeks to bring the classic opera into the 21st Century. Directed by Maxim Dereviakno, the film is a testament to the power of art and the way that old content can speak to the modern era. In this 1on1, Derevianko speaks to us about reviving ancient stories and the ma…

You will fall in love with Walter Day. Directed by Ed Cunningham, ARCADES & LOVE SONGS continues the story of KING OF KONG by following the legacy of retired arcade referee Walter Day. With his passion for singing and lost love in his heart, Walter has decided to pursue a career in music. But will his first live performance go as planned? In this 1…

You will fall in love with Walter Day. Directed by Ed Cunningham, ARCADES & LOVE SONGS continues the story of KING OF KONG by following the legacy of retired arcade referee Walter Day. With his passion for singing and lost love in his heart, Walter has decided to pursue a career in music. But will his first live performance go as planned? In this 1…

Once again, it's time for ScreenFish (or is that SlamFish) Radio to get between the ropes to wrestle with the meaning beyond the mat. But, as WRESTLEMANIA 41 approaches, what's the plot? After 'finishing the story' captured our hearts last year and Roman's betrayal of Sami captured our hearts in past years, Mania 41 does feel a little more cobbled …

THE WEDDING BANQUET tells the story of Lee (Lily Gladstone), a young woman who desperately wants to have a baby with her more-unsure partner, Angela (Kelly Marie-Tran). As they undergo difficult IVF treatments, they’re supported by their friends (and housemates) Chris and Min (Bowen Yang and Han Gi-chan). Chris and Min have also been together for f…

Elbows up! On Wednesday, April 16th, 2025, NATIONAL CANADIAN FILM DAY returns for its 12th year! With over 1700 screenings around the world, this annual event has become a chance to spotlight the incredible stories that Canada has to offer. In this 1on1, we speak to Executive Director Jack Blum and Artistic Director Sharon Corder about this year's …

Created by Ayesha Carr and Paul Hunter, Government Cheese tells the story of Hampton Chambers (David Oyelowo), a criminal in the 1960s who has recently been released from prison. With a new life on the horizon, Hampton has aspirations of returning to his wife and children and starting a legitimate business with an innovative new drill. However, his…

In CROCODILE EYES, director Ingrid Veninger takes a new approach to her filmmaking. By turning the camera on her own family, Veninger captures moments that few other directors are willing to share. Whether it's the birth of her granddaughter or the death of her father, Veninger bravely pieces together the rich tapestry of life with poetic results. …

Directed by Samir Oliveros, THE LUCKIEST MAN IN AMERICA is set in the year 1984, a time when game shows ruled television. With Press Your Luck ruling the airwaves, the the producers of the show are always searching for the perfect contestant. They always follow their instincts but, strangely, they find themselves drawn to the most unlikely of guest…

Directed by Michael Angarano, SACRAMENTO tells the story of Glenn (Michael Cera), a young married man on the cusp of fatherhood. As he awaits word on the state of his job, Glenn spends his days preparing for the baby as best he can while his wife (Kristen Stewart) works from home. But their life is upended when Glenn’s old friend, Rickey (Michael A…

Directed by Roshan Sethi, A NICE INDIAN BOY introduces us to Naveen (Karan Soni), a doctor who seems to have given up on finding love. However, when he meets Jay (Jonathan Groff), his world is upended. Though, as the two fall deeply in love, Naveen fears introducing his new boyfriend to his traditional Indian family, fearing that he will put everyo…

In ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO, co-director Sam Rice-Edwards creates a portrait of the iconic couple unlike any others. Weaving together interview footage, news reels and pop culture moments from the 1970s, the film speaks to the power of celebrity in a world on the brink of disaster. In this 1on1, we speak to Rice-Edwards about the meaning of a 'revol…

Directed by Michael Shannon, ERIC LARUE tells the story of Janice Larue (Judy Greer), a mother who's son Eric murdered three classmates at school. As she and her husband attempt to process their blend of grief and rage, they come under the judgmental eyes of the local townspeople (and the churches). In this 1on1, we speak to Shannon about whether o…

Directed by Fern Levitt, LUCY: THE STOLEN LIVES OF ELEPHANTS is the first documentary to expose the cruel treatment of elephants in zoos. Using the traumatic story of the Edmonton Zoo’s elephant, Lucy as the driving force behind the narrative, the film exposes zoos as glorified prisons and demands the transport of their elephants to sanctuaries aro…

Written and directed by Tracie Laymon, BOB TREVINO LIKES IT tells the story of Lily (Barbie Ferreira), a woman who's life is marred by the constant verbal manipulations of her father, Bob Trevino (French Stewart). But, while searching for her father on the internet, she discovers another man named Bob Trevino (John Leguizamo) and the two begin to b…

Captain America: Brave New World follows Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) as he works hard to keep the peace and build a new world together with the US Government. However, after President Ross (Harrison Ford) is attacked, Sam’s faith in the White House is shaken as he uncovers an old foe that had been buried for over a decade. This week, newcomer Josia…

Executive produced by Chris Tomlin, THE LAST SUPPER is a fresh look at the last night of Jesus before the Crucifixion. With a focus on Peter and Judas, the film emphasizes the impact that Jesus had on those around him instead of the specifics of His life. In this 1on1, Tomlin speaks to us about finding new life in old stories, food for the soul and…

Directed by Ann Marie Fleming, CAN I GET A WITNESS? takes us into the future where life ends at 50 and teen artists are left to document it through sketching. Although it's Kiah's (Keira Jang) first day, her mother (Sandra Oh) is also getting her own affairs in order at home. In this 1on1, we speak to Jang and Fleming about 'how much time is enough…

Premiering at SXSW, the new documentary short RED SANDS tells the story of an intergenerational community of Mexican-American off-roaders who thrive on the bordertown of El Paso. However, when a looming danger threatens their way of life, they must confront their relationship to the land and their identity. In this 1on1, we speak to director Romina…

Written and directed by Atom Egoyan, Seven Veils tells the story of Jeanine (Amanda Seyfried), a theatre director who has finally re-entered the world of opera. Tasked with staging her former mentor’s most famous work, Salome, Jeanine finds herself increasingly haunted by her past experiences. Battling repressed trauma, Jeanine’s world begins to un…

NIGHT OF THE ZOOPOCALYPSE creates a world of animated mayhem! When an alien encounter props an attack of gummy zombies (gumbies?) on the local zoo, a wolf with a heart of gold named Gracie (Gabbi Kosmidis) must team up with an unlikely pack of animals to try save the world and themselves. In this 1on1, we speak to stars Gabbi Kosimidis and Scott Th…

Directed by Rodrigo Perez-Castro & Ricardo Curtis, NIGHT OF THE ZOOPOCALYPSE creates a world of animated mayhem. When an alien encounter props an attack of gummy zombies (gumbies?) on the local zoo, a wolf with a heart of gold named Gracie must team up with an unlikely pack of animals to try save the world and themselves. In this 1on1, we speak to …

Written and directed by Kyle Hausmann-Stokes, MY DEAD FRIEND ZOE tells the story of Merit, a US veteran who keeps seeing the presence of her best friend who died in combat. While processing her own trauma, her estranged grandfather is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, causing her to have to help him while helping herself.. In this 1on1, we speak to Hausm…

Directed by Ron Dias, MORNINGSIDE is a beautiful story that stares into the heart of Toronto. Set in the Morningside community of Scarborough, the film tells multiple stories of young men and women who are trying to thrive in a place that demands you survive. Funny and fiery, MORNINGSIDE features solid performances and shows the need for safe space…

50,000 FIRST DATES: A TRUE STORY is unlike any documentary you've seen before. Directed by Brent Hodge, the series introduces us to Nesh and JJ, a funny and loving Toronto couple who have built a beautiful life together with Nesh's daughter. But their greatest struggle comes from a brain injury that Nesh suffered several years ago, causing her to f…

It's 10:01. The lights are about to go on at 11:30. And the chaos has begun. In SATURDAY NIGHT, director Jason Reitman takes us into the world of Saturday Night Live on its opening night in 1975. In this special roundtable discussion, we speak to Reitman about the magic of live television.

Written and directed by Taylor Olson, LOOK AT ME tells the story of Taylor Olson (playing a fictionalized version of himself), a deeply insecure, bisexual actor who is battling bulimia. Burdened by loneliness, Olsen searches for validation in relationships but continues to put up walls. When he finally believes he’s found someone that sees him for …

Told from his own perspective, BETTER MAN tells the story of the wild rise, fall and rebirth of British pop superstar Robbie Williams. From a young age, Williams was determined to leave his mark on the music industry. After making it big as a member of boyband Take That, Williams embarks on his own incredible solo career. However, fame has its trap…

It's awards season! But, while everyone else is honouring the same few films, ScreenFish likes to break the trend. Instead of focusing on the entire film, we love to talk about the movie moments that mattered most to us. (After all, every story matters!) To us, the best moments of the year don't always come from artists that you'll see on the podiu…

Directed by Lowell Dean, Dark Match tells the story of a small-time wrestling organization that suddenly gets a big paycheck from a mysterious booker. Drawing the performers into the backwoods, they are soon horrified to discover that they’re working for an evil cult leader (Chris Jericho) with murder on the mind. Now, Joe Lean (Steven Ogg), Miss B…

Directed by Sook-Yin Lee, PAYING FOR IT tells the story of Sonny (Emily Le) and Chester (Daniel Beirne), a couple who are no more. As the film opens, Sonny explains that she has found the arms of another and she wants to ‘see where it goes’, leaving Chester feeling alienated. Shy and introverted, Chester decides to start sleeping with sex workers i…

Based on true events, GREEN AND GOLD follows Buck (Craig T. Nelson), an aging Wisconsin dairy farmer who works his land with his granddaughter Jenny (Madison Lawlor). However, Buck’s financial problems means that he’s at risk of losing his farm. With no other options, Buck is forced to accept a wager surrounding the hopes of the Green Bay Packers a…

In Disney+' new series, YOUR' FRIENDLY NEIGHBOURHOOD SPIDER-MAN, we meet Peter Parker (Hudson Thames) as a freshman in high school. But his life changes forever when he’s bitten by a mysterious spider on his first day of school. Now, as he tries to balance family, friends and a part-time internship, Peter is also on the journey towards becoming a h…

Directed by Josephine Anderson, CURL POWER introduces us to the 4K Girls, five best friends who dream of winning the Canadian Junior Curling Championship. Over the course of their high school years, we watch as they balance their lives in competition with the natural pressures of youth. Coached by their former Olympian moms, the 4K Girls feel the i…

Do you believe that Jim Morrison is dead? While most would adhere to the story of Morrison's passing, director Jeff Finn isn't convinced... and he seems to thin that he's found him. In BEFORE THE END: SEARCHING FOR JIM MORRISON, Finn takes the viewer into the life of the famed Doors frontman, speaking to friends and family who can shed light on his…

Set in Surrey, BC, Allegiance follows Sabrina Sohal (Supinder Wraich), a Canadian police officer who believes in the system but also sees its flaws. Newly promoted to the Serious Crimes Unit of the CFPC in British Columbia, Sabrina finds that she has only six months to prove that she has what it takes to be a detective. Determined to prove that she…

The bugs are back! Now back for its second season, Disney+'s A REAL BUG'S LIFE returns with more stories from the insect world. Using Disney's unique form of storytelling, the series manages to help us understand the insect world and see them more as mere 'creepy crawlys'. In this 1on1, we speak to series expert Dr. Tim Cockerill talks about the mi…

The bugs are back! Now back for its second season, Disney+'s A REAL BUG'S LIFE returns with more stories from the insect world. Using Disney's unique form of storytelling, the series manages to help us understand the insect world and see them more as mere 'creepy crawlys'. In this 1on1, we speak to series producer, Bill Markham about Disney's legac…

In DREAM PRODUCTIONS, Disney+ takes us back into world of INSIDE OUT and the mind of pre-teen Riley. On the cusp of puberty, the new series brings us into the studio backlot of Riley's dream centre as the cast of characters responsible for her dreams search for stories that will connect with an increasingly 'more mature' young woman. In this 1on1, …

Directed by Peter Mishara and Omar Majeed, DISCO'S REVENGE takes us back to the 70s. Caught in a time of social change, the rise of disco offered more to the world than driving beats and catchy rhythms. In this 1on1, we speak to Mishara and Majeed about disco's dance with social justice and people that fear disco.…

Set in the French Territory just off the coast of Newfoundland, CBC's new series SAINT-PIERRE follows Donny ‘Fitz’ Fitzpatrick (Allan Hawco), a Canadian inspector who is exiled after his recent bust of a local politician causes too many headaches for the force. Transferred to Saint-Pierre et Miquelon, Fitz is teamed with Deputy Chief Genevieve ‘Arc…

Directed by Steve Pink, THE LAST REPUBLICAN follows Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger, a politician who sacrificed his career by taking a stand against Donald Trump's role in the January 6 insurrection. As Kissinger speaks publicly and demands accountability, the film opens our eyes to the ways that he was abandoned by his party for not toeing …

Long live the king! With the release of MUFASA: THE LION KING in theatres, Disney continues the epic story of their iconic characters by taking us back to the beginning. Featuring younger versions of Mufasa (Aaron Pierre) and Taka (Kelvin Harrison Jr.), we finally see the beginning of the Lion King's reign and how these two brothers are torn apart.…

The halls have been decked and the reindeer have completed their pre-flight checklist! It's the holiday season and, once again, we let SF Radio get into the Christmas cheer with Dwayne Johnson's RED ONE. While the film crashed at the box office, it's flying high on Prime Video. But is it really an early gift? Or just another lump of coal? This week…

Jesse Cowell hates office culture and now, he's ready to show the world. Premiering at Dances with Films NYC '24, the new short BITCH, I'M EARLY tells the story of two women, a generation apart, who get caught up in the battle for a promotion in their company. Determined to be first into work to show their dedication to the job, the two women engag…

Michael Clowater is ready to tell his family story. Based on the true story of his grandfather, DRIVE BACK HOME tells the story of Weldon (Charlie Creed-Miles) as he and his family mourn the death of their father. Shortly after, Weldon receives a call from the Toronto police. They have arrested his older brother, Perley (Alan Cumming) for having se…

At the height of the pandemic, everyone's lives existed in a wild moment of pause. In THE HEIRLOOM, we're dropped into the home of Eric and Allie, a couple whose relationship is on the brink during the lockdown. However, when they decide to adopt a rescue dog, they believe they could never have anticipated the way that their new family member would…

This holiday season has gone WICKED! With the release of Jon M. Chu's musical, WICKED, the box office is thriving with the classic re-visiting of Baum's WIZARD OF OZ. Featuring strong performances by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the film truly lives up to the legacy of a stage play that has dominated Broadway for 20+ years. But what is it about…