The untold true story of Phil Leonetti, the youngest underboss in mafia history, and how he brought down the mob. Set in one of the most brutal eras of the Philadelphia Crime Family, young Phil Leonetti rose through the ranks to become second-in-command to his uncle, Nicodemo "Little Nicky" Scarf...

“Wit Happens” is a dramedy blending sharp satire and heartfelt comedy, capturing the unlikely bond between two souls at different stages of life. As Jack learns to break out of his “one-trick pony” role, Barbara guides him in finding his unique voice—one that has the power to connect, heal, and i...

"Chrysalis" navigates the story of Deniz, an enigmatic alien who, upon arriving on Earth, assumes the form of a 20-something girl. Driven by loneliness and curiosity, she becomes captivated by the vibrant Turkish culture. Alternating between the euphoria of her love with a Turkish woman, Melisa, ...

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Narrator: Steve Rizzo
Jackdass: Shawn Devlin
Jen: Hannah Ehman

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This is the tale of the immortal Vampire Goddess Lilitu of ancient lore and her near human lover Dougal, their three identical red haired daughters and ...

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Narrator: Julie Sheppard
Erik Rhodes: Shawn Devlin
Starman: Steve Rizzo
Doomer: Sean Ballantyne
Princess Almas: Hannah Ehman

A successful but lonely business owner wrestling with past trauma discovers that her journey to find love begins with understanding herself, helped along by her close-knit friend group and an unexpected bond with her friend’s son Evan who loves superhero movies. The story centers around Colissa w...

CAST LIST:

Narrator: Julie Sheppard
Rocky: Shawn Devlin
BEAN: Steve Rizzo
Ugly/Mouse: Hannah Ehman

CAST LIST:

Narrator: Julie Sheppard
O'Grady: Shawn Devlin
McGrath/TD: Steve Rizzo
Smyth/Chiffre: Sean Ballantyne

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AN ADVERT FOR ONE NIGHT, 15min,. UK
Directed by Graham Birch
Lisa responds to a newspaper advert to meet Sarah in a hotel room for a night. They meet and have a wonderful night that sadly uncovers that one was badly abused and the other is currently suffering serio...

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WALK OFF THE EARTH AT BUD STAGE 2024, 11min., Canada
Directed by Mike Onley
A behind the scenes look at a day in the life of Canadian rockstars Walk Off The Earth at Budweiser Gardens the day of their annual performance. We explore why the home-town show is so spec...

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VOICES OF MADIDI, 24min., Canada
Directed by Jonathan Derksen
Bolivia’s Madidi National Park is considered to be the most biodiverse place on planet earth. The Uchupiamonas people, who call the park home, are in a constant battle against forces eager to exploit the...

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PLASTICO, 5min., UK
Directed by David Harriman, James Bettney
In Almeria Province in Spain there is a sea of plastic sheeting creating the the largest collection of greenhouses in the world. The invernaderos (as called in Spanish) cover upwards of 150 square miles ...

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HONORABLE, 16min., USA
Directed by Zachary Scott Clark, Mariah L. Richardson
Two months after he denounces the Nation of Islam and nine months before his assassination, MALCOLM X SHABAZZ has a chance encounter with his estranged brother and mentee MUHAMMAD ALI.

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SKATEGOAT, 84min., Australia
Directed by Van Alpert
Leandre Sanders was born in Venice Beach, LA, into a world of gangs and crime. While his older brothers joined the family gang life, Leandre spent his time at Venice Beach skatepark with his younger brother Leontay. He caught the eye of filmmake...

THE KENTUCKY COWBOY, 58min., USA
Directed by Mike Goldberg
Despite becoming a success on the football field, a man struggles internally with mental health issues all his life, as he continuously tries to gain acceptance from his father and legendary football coach.

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Q&A discussion at the COMEDY Festival on December 12, 2024 at the Carlton Cinemas in downtown Toronto.

Conversation with director Gabriel Després
Moderated by Matthew Toffolo

VERDURE PRO, 11min., Canada
Directed by Gabriel Després
A small team of professional filmmakers is shooting a commerci...

Q&A discussion at the COMEDY Festival on December 12, 2024 at the Carlton Cinemas in downtown Toronto.

Discussion with:
Director: Jajube Mandiela
Writer/Star/Producer: Jacqueline Godbout
Actor: Aaron Heels
Actor: Brittany Miranda

Moderated by Matthew Toffolo

FIRST GRADE HEADACHE, 13min., C...

TURNCOAT, 28min., South Korea
Directed by Jason Montgomery
A shrewd merciless crime boss must investigate the scene of his brother's assassination for answers, revenge, and to avoid the same fate.

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WE ARE WE DANCE WE PAINT, 37min., USA
Directed by Leslie Dektor
For decades, the poor and dispossessed have been herded and confined to Skid Row. In Passing Through, the seemingly lost find a new sense of community.

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1.11 is a dystopia that takes place in 2060 when, to curb population growth, an algorithm selects each year, on a random basis, 100 million people around the world to be euthanized.

First 2 pages of script.

Narrator: Hannah Ehman
Mr. O'Toole: Steve Rizzo
Young Male Voice: Shawn Devlin
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A Double Life unveils the gripping true story of Stephen Bingham, a lawyer accused of passing a gun to prisoners’ rights leader George Jackson in 1971. Forced into a life on the run, Bingham spends 13 years underground, eluding capture while fiercely determined to clear his name.

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ÀSAKA, 30min., Spain
Directed by D ( Edduardo Viera )
Elba and Paula are spending the day at the pool of the resort where they’re staying. That’s when they realize how well they’re doing since they first met, a long time ago. But when exactly did they first meet?

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ARGIE BERMAN, 9min., USA
Directed by Fon Davis
A recovering alcoholic uses her coming out story in her stand-up act and her therapy sessions to explain her addiction and her relationship with her mother.

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