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A Quiet Girl

In this deeply moving feature documentary, adopted Montreal filmmaker Adrian Wills pieces together his complex birth origins in Newfoundland. Wills spends over two years in search of answers, revealing disquieting parallels between his own life and that of the birth mother he never knew. What beg...

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A Fish Story

An eccentric old man in a local pub tells tales too tall to be true. This great local short from filmmaking duo Majchrzak and Peers recently received a nomination for Best Atlantic Short at the Silver Wave Film Festival in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

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Hebron Relocation

In 1959, residents of the community of Hebron were told that hey would be divided up and relocated to more southerly communities across Labrador. Weaving together intimate stories from her community with rare footage that gives us a glimpse of community life during this upheaval, director Holly ...

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Ballad of North Whale

After Raam, an international student, moves to Newfoundland to pursue his dreams and education, his housemate Joseph loses his job amidst the global pandemic. As they set out on a whale watching trip together, tragedy strikes leaving Raam questioning everything he knows.

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Fishbowl

A poetic drama about COVID’s shadow pandemic: domestic abuse. Amidst global lockdowns and restrictions, a former dancer is increasingly cut off from the world by her husband. When a goldfish is her only remaining friend, she’s forced to choose between placating her husband and freeing herself fro...

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Scored by Time

After surviving a brutal attack, an older woman grapples to keep hold of her mind amidst Europe’s 19th-century social hierarchy. As she faces the end of her life, her long suffering from persecution is revealed, along with the deep sadness of having lost her young child years ago.

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Poster Child

An up-and-coming pianist is set to take the role of her childhood idol at the most prestigious orchestra in the country. When the virtuoso (Rhiannon Morgan) is not interested in being so easily replaced, the younger player has a choice to make.

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The Same

In the wake of an abusive father's death, two brothers contemplate the different paths they’ve taken in life, and their relationship to one another.

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The Healing Jar

In this short meditative documentary, viewers are offered a space through ASMR techniques and poetic imagery, to relax and reflect on their own healing in a fast-paced, consumerist, and push-button world.

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Land of the Mi'kmaw: Travel by Canoe

For the Mi’kmaq community in Miawpukek First Nation, the revival of Birch Bark Canoe building is a vital link to their heritage and a crucial step in preserving their culture.

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After Heather

Before suffering a severe traumatic brain injury overseas, Heather Williams was a rising Canadian dancer. This poignant documentary reveals a portrait of Williams’ lifelong love of dance, her resilient creative spirit, and her journey towards healing and recovery with the support of family friends.

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The Gaze

Through the eyes of painter Ginok Song, viewers travel from her girlhood in Pusan, South Korea to Petty Harbour, Newfoundland. Song uses Atlantic Realism in her paintings to challenge traditional gender roles and examine how women perceive the world. "The Gaze" showcases Song's distinctive artist...

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Lessons from the Loom

Modern life has seen traditional weaving fall by the wayside, but in Newfoundland and Labrador a new generation of artists is working to revive the craft. Lessons from the Loom follows two younger loomers as they weave strands of the past and present together through mentorship and connecting to ...

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Women of This Land: Jennie Williams

A captivating short documentary about the life of Inuk artist and teacher, Jennie Williams. With the vibrant cityscape of St. John's as its backdrop, the film considers the challenges urban Inuk individuals face in preserving their cultural identity and connection to the land. The documentary cel...

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Calamus Variations

The final installment of Newfoundland filmmaker Kenneth J. Harvey’s experimental short series inspired by Walt Whitman. The film features a score by Andrew Staniland, played by cellist Vernon Regehr, set to a backdrop of abstract visual imagery reflecting on human relationships.

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Variations in Light and Shadows

A condensed look at the beautiful shifting landscapes of Bay St. George, NL. A short but sweet journey through time.

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Bounce

Darcy is a fifteen-year-old mix of energy, perfectionism, and insecurity. When an ultra-cute boy from her cadet corps insists that she attend that night’s Trampoline Social, Darcy raids her sister’s drawers and sets off for a dramatic evening of self-acceptance and sweet backflips.

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Ghost Roommate

Desperate for an apartment, George finally lands a great spot - only to discover her new roommate is less corporeal than expected. Ghost Roommate is a funny and heartfelt film about first impressions, new friendships, and the ghastly state of the rental market

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Boy Toy

In this classic romance, Jane meets the perfect guy — who also happens to be a hand puppet. Is this real love, or could Jane maybe-possibly-perhaps be deluding herself?

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Me No Pause

Menopause will impact every woman. It will change relationships, the way women feel about themselves, how they interact with others, and their perception of the world. In this experimental short comedy, "Me No Pause," we see the struggles of this midlife biological shift in a dark but playful light.

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The Odds of That

Two sisters who had given birth to sons just before the COVID pandemic commiserate about the trials and tribulations of motherhood over drinks, but while catching up they make a shocking discovery that may tear their family apart.

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Don't Let Them In

After escaping an abusive relationship, Heather is stalked by a vampiric monster that can change its shape to trick victims into inviting it inside. This film has some great effects, and a fresh-but-familiar creature, brought to life with inspired costuming. Local horror fans rejoice!

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If Not To Die

A police detective recounts an investigation into a cold case with his late father’s old partner as he finds himself being pressed for answers from his station Chief. A local neo-noire full of twists and turns brought to life by great excellent NL talent. A great exercise in tension and restraint.

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Pearls

A young man is forced to confront his past traumas after following his first day of work on a logging camp in the 1930s. An impressive period drama with gorgeous cinematography and great performances from a local cast.

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Look Up

A hopeful look at how technology changes our perception of the world around us, this film follows Samuel who is challenged to give up his phone for a week. Boredom and emotional distance soon turn to an exciting new view of the world around him.

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The Golden League

Every winter in St. John’s, Newfoundland, a group of women, largely new to the sport and ranging in age from late teens to seventies, meet once a week to play recreational ice hockey. The Golden League is a heartwarming story of community-building, friendship, and sport.

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World's Greatest Dad

After his daughter makes him a “World’s Greatest Dad” bracelet, a distracted father sets out to do a long list of errands. After several encounters with another man sporting a “World’s Greatest Dad” bracelet, the father comes to realize where his attention should lie. A touching story that urges ...

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The Bearded Beekeeper

An engaging short documentary about Ian Hussey’s journey from farmer to Newfoundland's "Bearded Beekeeper". Hussey discusses his love of Newfoundland bees, the uniqueness of their honey, and his quest to sustainably share these gifts.

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Miss Campbell: Inuk Teacher

Miss Campbell: Inuk Teacher tells the story of Evelyn Campbell, a Inuk K-12 teacher who blazed a trail for an Inuit-led educational system in Rigolet, Labrador. Director Heather Campbell combines watercolour paintings, home movies, family photos and animation to celebrate her grandmother’s spirit...

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The Governor of Georgetown

A one-hour documentary on the daily life of beloved St. John’s personality and bottle-collector Wayne Skinner — otherwise known as The Governor of Georgetown. Skinner passed away in March of 2023 at the age of 66, but was known by many for his sweet, loveable and gentle soul. In this sensitive tr...

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The King Tide

An idyllic island village devolves into civil war when a child with mysterious powers washes ashore. Newfoundland Director Christian Sparkes builds a world that feels like a modern fairytale, blending supernatural elements with the difficult politics of isolated communities, all set against the s...

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Sweetland

When the government offers to resettle an outport fishing community in Newfoundland, residents must unanimously choose between the past and the future. As relationships fray and come undone, retired fisherman Moses Sweetland (Mark Lewis Jones) holds out as the last remaining resident. Directed by...