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Two small-time burglars kidnap the son of a wealthy businessman, demanding twenty thousand dollars. But when they discover that the boy is a victim of harsh discipline at home, they face a moral dilemma that blurs the line between criminals and protectors.

We acknowledge the support of the Ontario Council for the Arts and Canada Council for the Arts.

In 1998, a ten-year-old kid from Toronto becomes inspired by homemade action movies shot in his community. Decades later, after giving up on filmmaking, he sets out to reconnect with the maker of those action movies, hoping to understand what became of his inspiration's dream and what that might mean for his own.

Produced with the support of the City of Toronto through Toronto Arts Council.

When two amateur robbers accidentally kidnap a bold 11-year-old during a heist, an unexpected bond happens. As the tough and gentle thieves clash, they realize that kindness goes a long way.

A man haunted by a 15-year-old grudge against his childhood bully realizes the key to breaking the cycle of revenge.

A chance encounter between two Cambodian-Canadian men on a Vancouver beach sparks a connection, forcing them to confront their complicated ties to family and the heritage they have forgotten.

A man's simple request to get the name of a catchy hold song turns into an obsessive, late-night, beer binging journey.

An uncertain dancer's life takes an unexpected turn when she bonds with an actor, only to discover the connection is one-sided, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

When a reclusive writer meets his disturbed neighbour, who shares a horrifying story, the line between reality and fiction becomes blurred as the writer investigates further into the story.

After receiving a vague text, Richard scours the streets of Toronto's Koreatowns, immersing himself in the language and culture, in a desperate search for his filmmaker friend, Minsoo. But sometimes, miscommunications lead to unexpected adventures.

A carefree woman accidentally kills, but when an unexpected guest arrives, chaos ensues, turning her cover-up into a web of murder, secrets, and unlikely friends.

A film pitch to Netfaux takes a chaotic turn when a masked intruder bursts into the apartment, triggering an action-packed showdown.

An actor consumed by ambition undermines his struggling wife backstage. His lack of support drives their reality into a dangerous downward spiral.

Hidetaka, wracked with guilt, plans to expose a crime syndicate but is ambushed by a vengeful fighter. Their brutal battle reveals a painful truth.

Frank and April argue after her performance, with Frank criticizing her acting career, while April, feeling trapped and dismissed, responds with anger.

When a power outage disrupts the lives of two neighbors, Minsoo and Richard find themselves in a comical and escalating battle over a discarded lamp, leading to a series of mischievous acts and heartfelt flashbacks that challenge their friendship.

Desperate to find his missing girlfriend, a troubled man rents an apartment that seems to hold traces of her presence, only to uncover a chilling truth that pushes him to the brink of despair.

A burned-out creative juggles deadlines while supporting his terminally ill friend, finding an unexpected way to bring her comfort through his craft.

A comedy about a man who sells everything to buy a gift for his best friend.

A refugee parent puts his child in a hockey program. As he struggles with financial support, he learns that his son has a wish greater than hockey.

An infatuated teenager steals a hair-straightener to impress his crush. However, his notoriety catches up with him and after an incident involving his mother, he decides to alter the course of his decisions.

A manga creator teams up with an artist to create a manga about healing, only to realize the hardest story to face is his own.