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Directed by James L. Freedman, CHARLES GRODIN: REBEL WITH A CAUSE follows the life of the iconic comedian as he rose through the ranks to superstardom. However, Grodin's celebrity status was merely a means to an end for him as his true passion was fighting for the rights of the downtrodden. In this 1on1, we speak to Freedman about what made Grodin great and balancing acting with activism.

Directed by Jonathan Entwistle, KARATE KID: LEGENDS tells the story of Li Fong (Ben Wang), a kung fu prodigy who moves with his mother (Ming-Na Wen) to New York City. However, when their friends and peaceful family life is threatened, Li is driven to enter the city’s ultimate karate competition. But he can’t do it alone. Relying on the teachings of his shifu, Mr. Han (Jackie Chan) and the legendary Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), Li attempts to merge their styles to win the championship. After all, at Miyagi-Do, there may be two branches but only one tree. Our Review.

Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, Lilo & Stitch tells the story of Lilo (Maia Kealoha), a 6-year-old Hawaiian girl who lives with her older sister, Nani (Sydney Elizebeth Agudong). After Lilo wishes for a friend, their home (and their lives) is upended with the arrival of Stitch (Chris Sanders), a dog-like alien with a penchant for destruction. However, while Nani attempts to keep her social workers at bay, Stitch also tries to avoid two alien hunters (Zach Galifianakis and Billy Magnussen) who are determined to bring him home. Our review.

In BAD SHABBOS, David (Jon Bass) and his fiancée (Meg (Meghan Leathers) are anxious. Not about their future together. No, their stress comes from the fact that it’s time for them to attend his family’s traditional Shabbat dinner on New York’s Upper West Side. But things spiral entirely out of control when an accidental (or is it?) death takes place within the home. With Meg’s mother and father coming over to meet David’s parents for the first time, the family scramble to figure out how to handle this otherworldly situation while trying not to spend life in prison. In this 1on1, we speak to Robbins about 'managing family polarities' and the magic of Method Man.

Produced by Shane Belcourt, the return of AMPLIFY is worth singing about. Now in its third season, AMPLIFY brings Indiginous musicians back to their hometown and invites them to collaborate with local performers to create something new and special. Every episode takes a deep dive into the creative processes of these artists and their strong connections to their Indigenous communities. Through their music, their cultures are amplified. In this 1on1, we speak to Belcourt about amplifying culture through their music and the power of language.Amplify airs on Tuesday nights @ 9:30pm on APTN.

Over twenty years ago, LILO & STITCH gave Disney a shock to the system and became one of their most beloved films in the process. Now, Experiment 626 is back in Disney's latest live action reboot, bringing magical mischief to a whole new generation. In this 1on1, stars Tia Carrere & Courtney B. Vance tell us the magic of 'Ohana and what it means to revisit Stitch's world.

Set in 2019, THE UNRESTRICTED WAR follows Jim (Dylan Bruce), a top-tier Canadian virologist working in China who believes his medical research will change the world for the better. However, when he and his wife are suddenly arrested by the military, Jim is demanded to do the unthinkable: steal a dangerous sample of his work from his own lab in Winnipeg. And, if he does not comply, his family will face the consequences. If that’s not enough, things begin to spiral out of control when the population of Wuhan begin to fall ill to a new viral infection that proves fatal. In this 1on1, we speak to Ma about the power of truth and walking the line between fiction and reality.

Directed by Kourtney Roy, KRYPTIC tells the story of Kay (Chloe Pirrie), a woman who goes on a quest to find a missing monster hunter. Venturing into the woods, she engages the mysterious Suca but also creates a complicated bond with the creature that begins to change her from within. As she attempts to piece together her world, Kay (and the Suca) step into her life once again but can she ever truly go back to what was before? And does she even want to do so? In this 1on1 we speak to Roy about breaking free of social conventions and owning our monsters.

Directed by Eli Craig, CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD introduces us to Quinn Maybrook (Katie Douglas) as she and her father move into the small town of Kettle Springs after the death of her mother. But Quinn quickly discovers that the kids in town aren’t alright, at least according to the adults. Blamed for everything that goes wrong, the youth don’t get any respect (so they don’t give any either). However, when Frendo, a clown-faced symbol of the town’s success, begins hunting teenagers, they must fight to survive the night and escape with their lives. In this 1on1, we speak to Craig about his appreciation for 80s slasher films and crossing the generational divide.

Written and directed by Jason Buxton, Sharp Corner tells the story of Josh (Ben Foster), a mild-mannered family man whose life seems stuck in neutral. He goes to work but seems dissatisfied. He loves his family but there seems to be something missing. Still, his world finally feels like its moving forward with the purchase of their new family home. However, their home is situated on a very sharp corner that is hazardous to drivers. Then, when a devastating car disrupts their sense of tranquility, Josh’s inability to act creates an obsession with saving lives. As his fixation builds, Josh’s dive into darkness begins the threaten the safety of his family and the security of his relationships. In this 1on1, we speak to Buxton about obsessing over our dark side and the line between the heroes and villains.

Starring Alexandra Roach, NIGHTSLEEPER is a real-time thriller that tells the story of Joe, a mysterious passenger that finds himself on the wrong train at the wrong time. When a team of cyberterrorists hack into the train's mainframe, they create a runaway disaster. Now, working with the (acting) head of the National Cyber Security Centre (Roach), the two must try to stop the train before disaster strikes. In this 1on1, we speak to Roach about living in a cyber world and bringing the drama, one phone call at a time.

Directed by Andy Tennant, UNIT 234 tells the story of Laurie (Isabelle Fuhrman), a young woman who works at her family's 24h storage rental facility. However, after she discovers an unconscious man in one of her units, Laurie must fight to save him--and herself--from a team of men determined to retrieve him. In this 1on1, we speak to Fuhrman and Tennant about knowing our villains and working in one location.

Directed by sisters Asavari Kumar and Shaivalini Kumar, the animated short CREATURES OF CHAOS offers a visual depiction of the complicated relationship that we can have with our emotional baggage. In this 1on1, we speak to the Kumar sisters about shaming our feelings and emoting their creatures of chaos.

Uncle Roy is on his way. Directed by Keri Pickett, UNCLE ROY tells the story of Roy Blakey, a trailblazer in the world of theatrical ice skating and an influential gay male photographer. To the world, he was an icon. But to Pickett, he was simply Uncle Roy. Now, telling his story on film, Pickett shares his world from a perspective that only she could have. In this 1on1, we speak to Pickett and producer Dawn Mikkelson tell us about the legacy of Uncle Roy and how you can help bring the film to screens.For more information on how you can help, check out uncleroyfilm.com.

May the 4th be with you! This Star Wars Day, Disney+ launches a new collection of shorts that follow the adventures of our favourite baddies, Asaajj Ventress and Cad Bane. In this 1on1, we speak to the voice of Ventress herself, Nika Futterman, to tell us why she loves the bounty hunter and how the character has grown.

In the second season of Disney+'s hit series, ANDOR, Cassian (Diego Luna) has taken up the mantle of responsibility in the battle against Imperial dominance. Even so, every move that he makes is being watched. As the stakes rise, Andor’s allegiance will be tested in a world of betrayal. After all, as it inches closer to the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, this is a world of growing evil and the evolution of a rebellion. In this 1on1, we speak to stars Stellan Skarsgard and Genevieve O'Reilly about humanity in space and the nature of freedom.

Directed by Damien Eagle Bear, #skoden tells the story of Pernell Bad Arm, a homeless man from Lethbridge, Alberta who shot to fame as the face of a meme. Initially used rudely by non-Indigenous internet trolls, Pernell’s image was reclaimed by Indigeneous memers who associated the pic with the Rez phrase, skoden. Though the image became a rallying cry for the Indigenous population, Damien Eagle Bear chooses to focus his lens on Pernell himself, highlighting his history and family. In this 1on1, we speak to Damien Eagle Bear about stealing dignity and changing our minds about the homeless.

Directed by Deming Chen, ALWAYS follows Gong Youbin, a child born into a poor Chinese family in the countryside of Hunan who hasn't seen his mother since he was three months old. However, Gong finds a way to interpret his world through the eyes of poetry, an outlet that allows his imagination to express his feelings. In this 1on1, we speak to Chen and producer Hansen Lin about the line between childhood and adulthood and the power of poetry.

Premiering at HotDocs '25, AI WEIWEI'S TURANDOT follows the legendary artist as he seeks to bring the classic opera into the 21st Century. Directed by Maxim Dereviakno, the film is a testament to the power of art and the way that old content can speak to the modern era. In this 1on1, Derevianko speaks to us about reviving ancient stories and the magic of Ai Weiwei.

You will fall in love with Walter Day. Directed by Ed Cunningham, ARCADES & LOVE SONGS continues the story of KING OF KONG by following the legacy of retired arcade referee Walter Day. With his passion for singing and lost love in his heart, Walter has decided to pursue a career in music. But will his first live performance go as planned? In this 1on1, we speak to Day about the bearing your heart onstage and the magic of Taylor Swift