Other Language Archives - National Canadian Film Day

Directors

Paul Cowan, Amer Shomali

Writer

Paul Cowan

Producers

Dominique Barneaud, Saed Andoni, Nathalie Cloutier

Genres

Animation, Documentary

Interests

Discrimination, Global Experiences, Social Justice & Politics

Original Languages

English, Other Language

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This documentary is the story of Ismael Cala, a man with a dream – now an internationally best-selling author, sought-after motivational speaker, TV anchor, and host of his own prime time show “Cala” on CNN Español. Born and raised in Cuba, Ismael’s real big break came when he arrived in Canada. Today, he is quickly becoming the most successful Hispanic TV personality in the United States. And, he says he owes it all to Canada. Discover his personal journey – an inspiration to Hispanic Canadians and testament to the power of human resilience.

Directors

Original Language

Other Language

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Latin American professionals are immigrating to Canada in droves, traveling up north and contributing to the world of sustainable energy in creative and innovative ways. This Spanish language project documents the unexpected impact this vibrant community is making on our country and world

Directors

Original Language

Other Language

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Storyline Sites Company CreditsIn the shadows of Italy's rich history and vibrant culture lies an ancient superstition that has silently influenced generations: the Malocchio, or the evil eye. "Malocchio Moderno" delves deep into this enigmatic belief whispered only among the closest of kin and trusted friends, tracing its roots back to the Roman Empire. Though universally recognized in various forms across world cultures, the documentary spotlights the unique Italian perspective, illustrating how contemporary pop culture attempts to demystify it. However, the haunting grip of the Malocchio remains, especially for Italian Canadian descendants. As they grapple with the duality of their heritage and the unspoken terror of the evil eye, the film captures the profound psychological impact of this ancient curse on the modern generation.

Directors

Original Language

Other Language

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Explore the first Hispanic settlements in Canada, primarily British Columbia, and examine the impact of Spanish culture in local regions. As early as 1789, Spanish adventurers traveled up from the Caribbean to the Pacific North shores of Canada, visiting the islands and peninsulas, and claiming them for Spain.

Directors

Original Language

Other Language

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On June 10, 1940, Canadian Prime Minister, William Lyon Mackenzie King declared Canada was at war with Italy. Almost immediately, 31,000 Italian-Canadians were officially designated enemy aliens. Of these, about 600 were cruelly taken from their homes and separated from their families. They were held in prisons and remote camps, most notably in Petawawa, Ontario. For many, these memories have been hidden for a multitude of reasons, predominately stemming from shame, fear, humiliation, and embarrassment. As this generation and their subsequent knowledge are beginning to pass on, family members have committed to archiving the experience of their elders addressing this topic for the first time ever, in order to share their stories.

Directors

Cast

Giulietta Doganieri

Original Language

Other Language

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Set in modern-day Karachi, the film opens with the death of the family patriarch. Mother and daughter find themselves in a precarious situation where their existence is ripped apart. In order to survive in a hostile world dominated by men, the two women have to work together in the face of threats both real and supernatural.

Director

Zarrar Kahn

Writer

Zarrar Kahn

Cast

Ramesha Nawal, Bakhtawar Mazhar

Producer

Annam Abbas

Genres

Drama, Horror

Interests

Asian Filmmaker, BIPOC Stories, Family Relationships, Global Experiences, Strong Female Leads

Original Language

Other Language

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A widower's estranged daughter suddenly reappears with a grandson he didn't know about.

Director

Katherine Jerkovic

Writer

Katherine Jerkovic

Cast

Enzo Desmeules Saint-Hilaire, Jorge Martinez Colorado

Producer

Nicolas Comeau

Genre

Drama

Interests

BIPOC Stories, Family Relationships, Female Filmmaker, Newcomer Stories

Original Languages

French, Other Language

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If you grew up in the Toronto-area and attended family weddings or community fundraisers, you would have witnessed the rise of this young star. Despite his notable presence, there has never been a biopic on his life and artistic pursuits, until now. In this special documentary, viewers will learn about this old world master musician and what drives his passion for traditional music-making.

Directors

Genre

Documentary

Interest

Arts and Culture

Original Language

Other Language

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After a perilous journey across the pacific, a family of Vietnamese refugees settles in Montreal, in the hopes of starting a new life. Through a series of flashbacks, the whole picture of their story comes into view, as seen by the youngest family member, Tinh (Djandji), who is still processing the trauma of what they left behind, and struggling with her new setting and language.

Brilliantly adapted from Kim Thúy’s Governor General Award-winning novel of the same name, this compassionate story of resilience in the face of adversity is stunningly captured and deeply moving.

“An exceptional and beautiful film.” – Isobel Grieve, Montréal Guardian

Director

Charles-Olivier Michaud

Charles-Olivier Michaud is a director, writer, and producer from Saint-Romuald, Quebec. His directing credits include 4 Minute Mile, On the Beat, and Snow & Ashes, which have won awards from the Slamdance Film Festival and the Washington DC Independent Film Festival. His most recent directorial work includes Ru, had its world premiere at TIFF 2023 and was nominated for nine Canadian Screen Awards.

Writers

Kim Thúy, Charles-Olivier Michaud, Jacques Davidts

Cast

Chloé Djandji

Producers

André Dupuy, Marie-Alexandra Forget

Genres

Drama, Family

Interests

BIPOC Stories, Family Relationships, Global Experiences, Literary Adaptation, Newcomer Stories

Original Languages

French, Other Language

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Original Language: Other Language

The Wanted 18

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Soñador: el Camino De Ismael Cala

Un Nuevo Norte: Energia

Malocchio Moderno

Los Primeros Hispanos

Il Confino: una Storia Mai Conclusa

In Flames

Le coyote (The Coyote)

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A Canadian Tarantella With Claudio Santaluce

Ru

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