Find Canadian content at Berlin 2022
PERSPECTIVE CANADA
FEBRUARY 14
11 AM
National Film Board of Canada | National Film Board of Canada
By Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers
ONLINE EVENTS
FEBRUARY 11
1 PM EST
As part of the official EFM 2022 online programing, this panel of Indigenous producers and industry advocates will discuss the challenges and barriers that Indigenous filmmakers face when accessing film funding through colonial institutions, and how policies and requirements could change to better serve the needs of Indigenous filmmakers working in territories around the world.
CO-PRODUCTION MARKET: COUNTRY SESSIONS HOST
FEBRUARY 12
4 PM CET (10 AM ET)
Public funders and representatives from 5 selected countries give short overviews and answer concrete questions on co-producing with and accessing financing in their country – one after the other, each in a 5-10-minute moderated interview. Hosted by Telefilm Canada.
CO-PRODUCTION MARKET: FUNDS MEETINGS
FEBRUARY 14
2 PM CET (8 AM ET)
Meet with representatives from different funds, including Telefilm Canada, and ask concrete questions on coproducing.
BERLINALE TALENTS: TALENT TANKS
LABOURS OF CINEMA: HOW TO MAKE SUSTAINABILITY WORK | OPEN YOUR EYES: AN EXPLORATION OF PROVEN SOLUTIONS
HOSTED BY TELEFILM CANADA
ONLINE EVENT BY INVITATION ONLY
FEBRUARY 14
2 PM CET (8 AM ET)
Finding balance and better solutions for the “Labours of Cinema” is a task, and the respective systemic change is best to be made in community. The Talents Tanks 2022 welcome the 200 Talents as outstanding young professionals with their personal and work-related interests, fresh ideas and surprising solutions to take a deeper look at the status quo and a possible future of creative work.
JETS: FUNDING INSTITUTIONS AND WORLD SALES AGENTS
FEBRUARY 22
7:20 PM CET (13:20 PM ET)
From financing a film to selling it. What are the challenges for filmmakers and how can a film and media funding institution ensure together with world sales agents / distribution companies that a film can make a return of investment and beyond in the current climate.
JETS: MEET THE JETS FUNDERS
FEBRUARY 23
7:30 PM CET (13:30 PM ET)
National funding organizations introduce their key mission points and discuss international collaboration, co-production treaties and services. With Hessenfilm, nordmedia, ÖFI, Telefilm Canada, Filminvest, nfvf, and Screen Ireland.
EXHIBITION
February 9 to March 13
On Display at Betonhalle Silent Green Kulturquartier
By Thirza Cuthand
A story of Plains Cree medicine to heal wounded war chiefs and Scottish witch hunts to target women using folk magic. Two lines of my family grapple with medicine and magic.
By Abdi Osman
Shadowboxing is a public installation that is made up of a video projection of cruising environments, and an audio component that is made up of intimate cruising narratives.
By Rosalind Morris
A multiformat installation about the southern African migrants who scavenge for gold and gamble on life in the ruins of the world’s deepest mines. Partner project of the documentary, We are Zama Zama.
February 10 to 20
On display at Marshall McLuhan Salon of the Embassy of Canada
By Charlton Diaz
In this animated dance film, the viewer is put on hold while devices from the past gear up to unlock dream like peep shows.
Moderator
Sonja Heinen
European Film Promotion
Managing Director
Panelist
Julia Rosenberg
January Films, Canada
Producer
Panelist
Jérôme Dopffer
Balthazar Productions, France
Producer
FEBRUARY 10
Treat it Right: Starting a Canada–Ukraine
Co-Production Treaty Project
11:00 a.m. EST
Online Event
The Canada–Ukraine Audiovisual Co-Production Treaty is now in effect, and some producers are already working on a project that will become the first official Canada–Ukraine co-production! Find out more about the Treaty from the Film Agencies’ executives, and hear first-hand from producers: what made them consider a co-production with Ukraine, how it’s been going so far, and when we can expect the film to premiere.
Resources mentioned during the panel:
Moderator
Chris Dunn
Lead Consultant – Ontario Green Screen
Working with the Ontario Film Commission at Ontario Creates, Chris is the Lead Consultant for the Ontario Green Screen Initiative. In this capacity he works alongside public and private industry partners who comprise the OGS Advisory Committee. The OGS develops and delivers tools, training and resources that help the industry make greener choices. In addition, he co-chairs a national sustainability committee in partnership with Creative BC. Chris also leads a workforce development initiative and in this capacity he collaborates with unions, guilds, trade associations, academic institutions, government contacts and other stakeholders to help build clear pathways for diverse and underrepresented groups to find employment within the Film and TV sector. Chris holds a Masters Certificate in Project Management from Schulich School of Business and is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
Panelist
John Rego
Vice President, Sony Pictures Entertainment
John Rego joined Sony Pictures in 2009 after a decade consulting both in the energy industry and in the design of corporate responsibility programs for organizations worldwide. His consulting experience has led him to be involved in a variety of sectors such as consumer products, technology, electronics, energy, and education. In 2007, he was Environmental Director and eco-spokesperson for Live Earth, a campaign to drive action to solve the climate crisis. At Sony Pictures, Rego drives business operations and programs in pursuit of achieving Sony’s sustainability goals and Road to Zero plan. The company has reduced emissions by over 45%, increased its use of carbon-efficient technologies, obtained ‘green seals’ on over 80% its content productions, and connects sustainable strategies to the performance of its business. John has co-founded two startups and hold an MBA in Social Entrepreneurship.
Panelist
Doreen Manuel
Director Bosa Centre for Film & Animation
Doreen Manuel (Secwepemc/Ktunaxa), MFA, is the sixth child of Grand Chief George Manuel and Spiritual Leader Marceline Manuel. She a residential school survivor, mother of three children and is an award-winning filmmaker. Doreen is the Director of the Bosa Centre for Film and Animation, and serves on the Board of Directors for Knowledge Network, Women in Film & Television, Vancouver International Film Festival and Moving Images Distribution. She serves on the Motion Picture Production Association of BC Equity and Inclusion Committee and is a Telefilm Talent to Watch fund partner. She is an advisor to the Telefilm Indigenous Working Group, TELUS Storyhive fund – Indigenous envelope, and Matriarch advisor to IM4 virtual and augmented reality training program. Doreen is a founder and instructor for the Tricksters and Writers feature film screenwriting program. Doreen is an outspoken advocate for equity and inclusion with an extensive background as a leader in education and community development. She is a founder of the Indigenous Digital Accelerator and the Filmmakers in Indigenous Leadership and Management Business Affairs program.
Panelist
Mary Anne Waterhouse
EVP Content Creation, Peacock Alley
Mary Anne has recently joined the team at Peackock Alley Entertainment as the EVP of Content Production. She is an award winning producer and line producer, with a resume that spans 30 years and over 75 productions. Credits include the indie feature Fido starring Carrie Anne Moss & Billy Connoly; Elysium, starring Matt Damon and Jody Foster; as well as Joss Whedon’s Cabin in the Woods. Mary Anne began her career in Vancouver, relocating to Toronto 8 years ago. Over the years, she has worked as production accountant, production manager, line producer, and independent producer, on both series and long format giving her skills and experience in every aspect of film and television production. She has also been a leading voice as a member of Ontario’s Sustainability Working Group that formed in 2019 and is also an active member of the Ontario Green Screen advisory Committee. When not producing award winning films she is the Volunteer Sustainability Coordinator for University of Toronto School (UTS) and is the founding member of the Bloor West Food Bank which works with Second Harvest and community vendors to recover fresh, unsold food that is redirected to families facing food insecurity.
Panelist
Mélanie S. Dubois
Producer, MéMO Films
Mélanie S. Dubois is a writer, director and producer. She founded her own production company MéMO FILMS in 2018 in which she produced the short film Lune, directed by Zoé Pelchat (Dominos). In 2020, she received support from SODEC for the development of her feature films: Les enfants de l’État and EMMAC Terre marine, as well as support from FIP/FMC for the development of its futuristic web series Booster Station. She also collaborates with Denys Desjardins on the content of the documentary web series L’industrie de la vieillesse (tou.tv) and is producing the second season of the documentary series Quand Benoit est là! for the Zeste chain (TVA). Mélanie also works as a freelancer for film and television productions (La Déesse des mouches à feu, Les oiseaux ivres, Les Barbares de la Malbaie, Jeune Juliette, Blood Quantum, L’affaire Norbourg…).
FEBRUARY 11
Werkstattkino@silent green (Premiere)
8:00 PM
By Parastoo Anoushahpour, Faraz Anoushahpour, Ryan Ferko
A northern-Ontario uranium mine funds a replica of a Slovak church in suburban Markham, while teenage zombies emerge from the water around Serpent River First Nation, once poisoned by uranium waste.
Modératrice
Director, Writer, Producer
Invitée
Investment Analyst, Business Affairs and Corproduction
Invitée
Regional Feature Film Executive – English Market – Quebec Region
FEBRUARY 12
Kino Arsenal 1 (Premiere)
2:15 PM
By Jacquelyn Mills
Geographies of Solitude is an immersion into the rich landscapes of Sable Island and the life of Zoe Lucas, a naturalist and environmentalist who has lived on this remote strip of land over 40 years.
Moderator
Radheyan Simonpillai
Journalist
Rad is the film critic for Canadian national breakfast show Your Morning on CTV. He is also the culture editor for NOW Magazine, the pop culture columnist for CBC syndicated radio and has a Friday Flicks segment on CTV News Channel. Rad also contributes to CTV’s eTalk and The Guardian.
Panelist
Ivan Grbovic
Director and co-writer, Drunken Birds
Ivan studied at Concordia University and the American Film Institute. After completing three short films, he made his debut feature film in 2011, Romeo Eleven. Drunken Birds is his second film.
Panelist
Haya Waseem
Director, Quickening
Haya Waseem is a Pakistani-Canadian filmmaker, raised in Switzerland and living in Brooklyn. Constantly adapting to new environments and people, Haya developed a keen sense of observation that she weaves into her work. Haya’s intuitive sensibilities absorb the undercurrent of a moment and concentrate them into singular frames, creating a dreamlike, sensory experience. She began her career as a documentary editor, allowing her to shape stories and interact intimately with rich, character-driven narratives. Haya carried those principles of honesty and perspective into her creative work as a director. Haya hopes to build a long narrative career in pursuit of untangling elusive themes around vulnerability, identity, and self-expression.
FEBRUARY 13
Cubix 4 (Accreditation required)
9:15 AM
Werkstattkino@silent green
8:00 PM
By Jacquelyn Mills
Geographies of Solitude is an immersion into the rich landscapes of Sable Island and the life of Zoe Lucas, a naturalist and environmentalist who has lived on this remote strip of land over 40 years.
Kino Arsenal 1 (Premiere)
11:00 AM
Cubix 2 (Accreditation required)
2:05 PM
By Miryam Charles
Bridgeport, January 17, 2008. A teenage girl is found hanged in her bedroom. Everything suggests suicide, but the autopsy report reveals further evidence.
Delphi Filmpalast (Premiere)
3:00 PM
Cubix 4 (Accreditation required)
3:40 PM
By Lina Rodriguez
My Two Voices focuses on three Latin American women who share their intimate experiences of immigrating to Canada while reflecting on themes of violence, belonging, motherhood, and reconciliation.
FEBRUARY 14
Virtual Cinema 24 (EFM Online screening)
2:30 PM
EFM Online screening
4:15 PM
By Miryam Charles
Bridgeport, January 17, 2008. A teenage girl is found hanged in her bedroom. Everything suggests suicide, but the autopsy report reveals further evidence.
Cubix 6
6:00 PM
By Lina Rodriguez
My Two Voices focuses on three Latin American women who share their intimate experiences of immigrating to Canada while reflecting on themes of violence, belonging, motherhood, and reconciliation.
HKW (Premiere)
9:00 PM
By David Findlay
With a young cast of first time actors, ‘Lay Me by the Shore’ follows a week in the life of Noah, a high school senior in his final days of school as he comes to terms with his best friend’s passing.
HKW (Premiere)
9:00 PM
By Terril Calder
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics charts a challenging journey for a precocious Métis baby girl as she contemplates her path to Hell.
Berlinale Palast (Premiere)
9:45 PM
By Denis Côté
Invited to a rest home to explore their sexual issues, three women spend their days and nights trying to tame their inner demons.
FEBRUARY 15
Cubix 9
11:00 AM
By Denis Côté
Invited to a rest home to explore their sexual issues, three women spend their days and nights trying to tame their inner demons.
CinemaxX 7 (Premiere)
6:00 PM
Cubix 2 (Accreditation required)
6:35 PM
By Ashley McKenzie
A suicidal teen forms a rapport with a student from Shanghai assigned to watch her in the hospital. A nightly exchange of secrets, texts and belongings quickly alters their inner natures.
Kino Arsenal 1 (Premiere)
8:00 PM
By Sharlene Bamboat
If From Every Tongue it Drips is a hybrid-documentary film that follows a queer Urdu poet as she traces the connections between quantum physics and political movements in South Asia.
FEBRUARY 16
CinemaxX 9 (Accreditation required)
9:00 AM
Friedrichstadt-Palast
2:00 PM
By Denis Côté
Invited to a rest home to explore their sexual issues, three women spend their days and nights trying to tame their inner demons.
Urania
11:00 AM
By David Findlay
With a young cast of first time actors, ‘Lay Me by the Shore’ follows a week in the life of Noah, a high school senior in his final days of school as he comes to terms with his best friend’s passing.
Urania
11:00 AM
By Terril Calder
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics charts a challenging journey for a precocious Métis baby girl as she contemplates her path to Hell.
Kino Arsenal 1
11:00 AM
By Parastoo Anoushahpour, Faraz Anoushahpour, Ryan Ferko
A northern-Ontario uranium mine funds a replica of a Slovak church in suburban Markham, while teenage zombies emerge from the water around Serpent River First Nation, once poisoned by uranium waste.
Werkstattkino@silent green
2:00 PM
By Sharlene Bamboat
If From Every Tongue it Drips is a hybrid-documentary film that follows a queer Urdu poet as she traces the connections between quantum physics and political movements in South Asia.
Cubix 7
3:00 PM
By Ashley McKenzie
A suicidal teen forms a rapport with a student from Shanghai assigned to watch her in the hospital. A nightly exchange of secrets, texts and belongings quickly alters their inner natures.
Werkstattkino@silent green
5:00 PM
By Miryam Charles
Bridgeport, January 17, 2008. A teenage girl is found hanged in her bedroom. Everything suggests suicide, but the autopsy report reveals further evidence.
Zoo Palast 1 (Premiere)
9:30 PM
By Philippe Falardeau
Surviving the unexpected death of her husband John, Elisabeth has no choice but to dive headlong into a new and often-unpredictable life. A life she knows nothing about: farm life!
FEBRUARY 17
Cubix 5 & 6
11:00 AM
By Denis Côté
Invited to a rest home to explore their sexual issues, three women spend their days and nights trying to tame their inner demons.
Cubix 8
8:00 PM
By David Findlay
With a young cast of first time actors, ‘Lay Me by the Shore’ follows a week in the life of Noah, a high school senior in his final days of school as he comes to terms with his best friend’s passing.
Cubix 8
8:00 PM
By Terril Calder
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics charts a challenging journey for a precocious Métis baby girl as she contemplates her path to Hell.
FEBRUARY 18
Kino Arsenal 1
11:00 AM
By Sharlene Bamboat
If From Every Tongue it Drips is a hybrid-documentary film that follows a queer Urdu poet as she traces the connections between quantum physics and political movements in South Asia.
Zoo Palast 2
6:00 PM
By Philippe Falardeau
Surviving the unexpected death of her husband John, Elisabeth has no choice but to dive headlong into a new and often-unpredictable life. A life she knows nothing about: farm life!
Cubix 7
6:00 PM
By Jacquelyn Mills
Geographies of Solitude is an immersion into the rich landscapes of Sable Island and the life of Zoe Lucas, a naturalist and environmentalist who has lived on this remote strip of land over 40 years.
Delphi Filmpalast
6:00 PM
By Miryam Charles
Bridgeport, January 17, 2008. A teenage girl is found hanged in her bedroom. Everything suggests suicide, but the autopsy report reveals further evidence.
Werkstattkino@silent green
8:00 PM
By Lina Rodriguez
My Two Voices focuses on three Latin American women who share their intimate experiences of immigrating to Canada while reflecting on themes of violence, belonging, motherhood, and reconciliation.
FEBRUARY 19
CinemaxX 9
2:15 PM
By Philippe Falardeau
Surviving the unexpected death of her husband John, Elisabeth has no choice but to dive headlong into a new and often-unpredictable life. A life she knows nothing about: farm life!
CinemaxX 6 & 7
3:00 PM
By Ashley McKenzie
A suicidal teen forms a rapport with a student from Shanghai assigned to watch her in the hospital. A nightly exchange of secrets, texts and belongings quickly alters their inner natures.
CinemaxX 1 & 2
3:00 PM
By David Findlay
With a young cast of first time actors, ‘Lay Me by the Shore’ follows a week in the life of Noah, a high school senior in his final days of school as he comes to terms with his best friend’s passing.
CinemaxX 1 & 2
3:00 PM
By Terril Calder
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics charts a challenging journey for a precocious Métis baby girl as she contemplates her path to Hell.
Kino Arsenal 1
8:00 PM
By Parastoo Anoushahpour, Faraz Anoushahpour, Ryan Ferko
A northern-Ontario uranium mine funds a replica of a Slovak church in suburban Markham, while teenage zombies emerge from the water around Serpent River First Nation, once poisoned by uranium waste.
FEBRUARY 20
Cubix 7
12:00 PM
By Lina Rodriguez
My Two Voices focuses on three Latin American women who share their intimate experiences of immigrating to Canada while reflecting on themes of violence, belonging, motherhood, and reconciliation.
Werkstattkino@silent green
5:00 PM
By Miryam Charles
Bridgeport, January 17, 2008. A teenage girl is found hanged in her bedroom. Everything suggests suicide, but the autopsy report reveals further evidence.
Akademie der Künste
6:00 PM
By Ashley McKenzie
A suicidal teen forms a rapport with a student from Shanghai assigned to watch her in the hospital. A nightly exchange of secrets, texts and belongings quickly alters their inner natures.
Urania
8:00 PM
By Denis Côté
Invited to a rest home to explore their sexual issues, three women spend their days and nights trying to tame their inner demons.
Delphi Filmpalast
9:00 PM
By Jacquelyn Mills
Geographies of Solitude is an immersion into the rich landscapes of Sable Island and the life of Zoe Lucas, a naturalist and environmentalist who has lived on this remote strip of land over 40 years.
