Owning Mahowny is a move which captured the subtle pull of the gambling market with remarkable honesty. It is considered one of Canada’s most underrated cinematic achievements. Gambling has always been a popular pastime in
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The Funding Rule Change Quietly Ending Micro-Budget Canadian Films in 2026
Canada has always been micro-budgeting to its tight plans, favour and quick decision living. However, the following round of funding makes that pressure a stone wall. When your feature falls within the standard starter budget
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When Legal Trouble Hits the Spotlight: What Bail Bonds Really Mean for Defendants and Families
From Hollywood headlines to everyday courtrooms, legal troubles often unfold under intense pressure. When an arrest occurs, bail becomes one of the first and most urgent concerns. While the concept of bail is widely known,
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What It Really Takes to Finance an Independent Film in Canada Today
Financing an independent film in Canada is a complex process that blends public funding, private investment, creative compromise, and strategic planning, with success often depending as much on timing and relationships as on the script
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Social media and movies have a way of making us believe there’s a perfect script when it comes to showing our love. But real life isn’t scripted, and neither should be the way we express
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Budget Filmmaking Tip: Save Big with Used Cars for Shooting
Filmmaking is an art that combines vision, creativity, and logistics — and one of the most challenging aspects of any production is staying within budget. Every filmmaker knows that expenses can quickly spiral out of
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