So lucky to be surrounded by such incredible talent and creativity.
From the lens to the glam -This shoot was pure gold! Thank you ladies 🖤
Happy International Women’s Day to all my fierce, brilliant, and beautiful sistas’ out there — here’s to lifting each other up and co-creating more magic!
Wrote this Sunday, Cast it Monday, Locked location Tuesday, Prepped it Wednesday, Shot it Thursday, Edited it Friday, and Coloured it for an hour before Screening it Saturday!
The entire time I told myself if this is going to happen it’s going to happen, and it happened.
’Unread’ is a social commentary on the loneliness epidemic, inspired by post pandemic times and recently witnessing someone singing at a gratitude ceremony. I was desperate to recreate that feeling of being sung to at such close proximity.
This adventure was provoked by a friendly competition between friends. Challenge: shoot a short under 5 minutes, with less than 5 people for under $500. The film is 4:54 min including credits! Thank you team!
Unread – Eric, lonely and numbed, drowns in digital noise until a forgotten childhood song from home unexpectedly soothes him, reminding him that the only voice he needs is his own.
Eric Fitzsimmons - Matthew Anderson
Writer / Director - me!
DP - Caragh Fitzsimmons
Gaffer - Emma Djwa
Photographer - Waybe Hoecherl
Post Production - Alter Ego Post
Editor - Austin Blackmore
Colourist - Craig Harris
Special Thanks - Jeff Henschel, Robin Tilby, Brendan Megannety , John Watson, Lela Turner
In March 2024, on Gabriola Island, I was invited to Beneath the Waves, a workshop uniting 10 filmmakers and 10 ocean scientists to transform cutting-edge marine research into powerful stories.
Led by BCEFF, with support from Creative BC and Ocean Literacy, the goal was simple: build a creative community where science and storytelling collide, fostering a deeper understanding of our oceans through the language of film.
Outcome:
1 film produced
2 more in development
More than filmmaking, this was about connection, amplifying ocean voices, and using cinema to inspire change.
Stay tuned for what’s next!
Where love (and ketchup) conquers all.
Former Canadian Olympian and Deloitte Canada Vice Chair shares insights on Deloitte’s connection to the games—and we even got to shoot some hoops with star athletes from the Indigenous Collective! 🏀
Lady Bosch
Smart and Sweet!
Vancouver’s own lady-boss, Tara Bosch, mama bear to the 21st century gummy bears, is killing the sugar out of sweets.
Sweet Shoot 😛🍭
I’m beyond thrilled to share a special project “Zeb’s Spider.” 🕷️ As one of the DP’s I had the joy of working with our adorable 6” collage-inspired star, Zeb, under the brilliant duo-direction of Alicia Eisen + Sophie Jarvis.
This experience was nothing short of magical. From the intricate details of filming and lighting miniatures to the unique rhythm and set etiquette, it opened my eyes to a whole new world of filmmaking. I can’t wait for you all to fall in love with Zeb too! Check out the magic! 🌈✨
Watch the full short on NFB’s site: https://www.nfb.ca/film/zebs-spider/
Synopsis:
Inside the safe space of their basement apartment, Zeb fends off the bad luck of the outside world with an assortment of ritualized behaviours. But even in the most insular existence, destiny can unexpectedly drop in. What begins as a way of coping with an uninvited arachnid soon takes on a monstrous life of its own.
Spinning darkness and humour into a complex emotional web, Zeb’s Spider offers up a crucial lesson: face your fears or they just might eat you alive.
‘The Nature of Beauty’ Is an official selection in the category for Best Documentary / Portrait this year at the Berlin Fashion Film Festival!
Held at the Delphi Filmpalast in Berlin, Germany, November 2, 2023.
Our 1st Film Festival Screening for 'The Nature of Beauty' is going to be presented at the Seattle International Fashion Film Festival on October 14, 2023 at Carco Theatre: 1717 Maple Valley Hwy, Renton, WA 98057. Congrats Team!!
Tickets here:https://filmfreeway.com/SeattleFashionFilmFestival/tickets
Festival info:https://www.seattlefashionfilmfestival.com
BEING SCENE - episode 2 - Jen Pogue , Producer speaking on Breast Cancer
a docu-series on mental health + the film industry
Do you have 6 minutes?
Meet Justin: a friend, co-worker, and an inspiration. We laughed, cried, and bonded in a scorching hot apartment together while shooting this piece. It was heartbreaking, shocking, and motivating all at once.
Alice Ride and I launched this docu-series to raise awareness and check in with our community. As we dove into mental health in the film industry, more stories surfaced from our film family. Like a group therapy share, this project aims to provide a platform for stories to be heard.
Our episodes are intentionally longer, surpassing typical social media video tolerances. Each video's length reflects the time each individual needed to share their truth. Respecting that was non-negotiable.
This is a moment to sit with Justin. To create that (digital) space for him. I promise, his energy vibrates past the screen.
I appreciate you so much my friend.
Love you Justin and thank you ♥️
“TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses mental health struggles, including suicide.”
BEING SCENE - episode 1 - justin stewart, AD speaking on bipolar 2
a docu-series on mental health + the film industry
From Set Protect about BEING SCENE docu-series.
Our series delves into the lives of the Canadian film industry community, immersing ourselves in their unique stories of struggles and hope.
Sharing personal stories about our challenges reinforces feelings of strength. It is also a powerful tool to combat stigma and shame. By “being seen” through our stories we have a greater sense of belonging, it connects us to our communities and the people within them.
Storytelling is also a catalyst for change. By sharing our experiences we inspire others to seek the help and support they need. It also has the power to change the culture around health and well-being in the entertainment industry.
We hope something in this series resonates with you, and that you feel seen by watching.
Please note: this episode mentions mental health challenges that could be triggering, including suicide.
If you’re thinking about suicide or are worried about a friend or loved one, the Canada Suicide Prevention Service is available 24/7 at 1-833- 456-4566.
Visit www.setprotect.ca/resources for more information on where you can seek support.
Wild Beauty: Ode to BC Women during Covid
The rugged west coast of British Columbia naturally bears special women. They are fearless and unapologetically themselves, they face challenges head-on. Their connection to nature coexists with their urban, mechanical and tech-savvy side, creating a hands-on and harmonious approach to life. They have a natural outer beauty and an honest inner beauty.
The covid pandemic forced us all into isolation, where many West coasters took to embracing solitude and finding resilience in the repetition of time in nature and on the seas. West coast women are powerful forces, ready to confront life's obstacles with femininity, self-dependence and strength.
This is my homage to BC women, my friends, my sisters.
This is a portrait of West Coast Beauty to me.
Happy BC Day ♥️
Sooo, I’ve not done this before. This is new and exciting to be journaling publicly!
Going by feel, feels pretty good.
Photo collab by Me & AI !
I call this page MY NORTH STAR because it represents what I love, value and am excited about.
I'm all about creating films that bring hope and offer solutions. I love diving into themes of innovation, women, subcultures, and the youth because representation in media matters. It makes me feel ah-mazing, and I want others to experience that too! #lifegoals = cultural impact!
I’m always interested in being a part of any project that illustrates and provokes self-healing. Ultimately, I hope to help encourage a culture of caring: caring for each other and most of all caring for your Self.
