Myth, Memory, and MONGRELS: Jerome Yoo on Crafting His Poetic Debut

At once raw and poetic, Jerome Yoo’s MONGRELS navigates the complexities of identity, loss, and belonging with a striking blend of realism and surreal beauty. Set against the vast Canadian Prairies in the 1990s, the film captures the dislocation…

Valentine’s Day Guide: Celebrate with Romance, Comedy, and Cinematic Adventure

Looking for a special way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Whether you're in the mood for romance, laughter, or a cinematic adventure, B.C.'s vibrant creative scene offers countless ways to make your day unforgettable! Victoria Film…

Catch Nine B.C. Films at the Victoria Film Festival from February 7–16

Celebrating its 31st year, the Victoria Film Festival (VFF) 2025 returns from February 7–16, showcasing creative voices and diverse stories from Vancouver Island, Canada, and around the world. The festival features an exciting lineup of events,…

Spotlight on the MENA Film Festival 2025

From January 25-30, the MENA Film Festival returns to Vancouver, celebrating filmmakers and artists from the Middle East, North Africa, and Southwest Asia (MENA/SWANA) communities in the local film circuit. The festival amplifies the voices…

Four B.C. Directors Make TIFF Canada’s Top Ten

Canada's Top Ten features and shorts of 2024, selected by the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and film programmers from across Canada, celebrates a diverse range of voices, perspectives, and insights. The list showcases the work of…

Celebrating B.C.’s Golden Globe Connections

The Golden Globes will air live on Sunday, January 5, 2025, often referred to as “Hollywood’s Party of the Year,” the Golden Globes is one of the largest awards shows in the world, celebrating the best in both film and television. Below…
, , , ,

B.C. Creative Industries Year in Review 2024

After a year marked by headline-making moments, we reflect on the standout stories from the creative industries. From exciting new initiatives to inspiring success stories, here are some of the key highlights across…

Norman Yi Li wins the 2024 Screen BC Short Film Award for ADVERSE POSSESSION 

An industry-building initiative of Screen BC, Creative BC, Warner Bros. Discovery Access Canada and the Whistler Film Festival that provides one British Columbia filmmaker with the opportunity to further develop their directing career by realizing…

Get into the Holiday Spirit with these #WatchBC Films

Did you know that B.C. is the third-largest motion picture production hub in North America, right after Los Angeles and New York? Each year, hundreds of movies and TV shows are made here, including some heartwarming holiday films! The…

Netflix’s “Virgin River”: A Small Town Story with a Big Economic Impact – $44.4 Million Spent on Season Five in B.C.

Netflix’s “Virgin River” not only captivates audiences worldwide but also makes a significant impact in British Columbia. From set decorators to sound editors, costume designers and more, the production spent $29.3 million on…