The Canadian Movie Draft Live from Toronto!
Summary
Hosts Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins host a live trivia night at TIFF, challenging the audience with questions about Canadian cinema. They are joined by filmmaker Matt Johnson and critic Adam Nayman to discuss the definition of Canadian movies and the industry's cultural landscape. The episode culminates in a "Canadian Movie Draft," where the panel selects films across categories like Cronenberg and Toronto-set stories.
Topics discussed
Introduction and HBO Max sponsorship
Canadian film trivia game with audience
Interview with Matt Johnson on Canadian cinema
Discussion on Canadian film identity and funding
Adam Nayman joins and draft rules explained
Draft picks: Cronenberg, Villeneuve, and more
Draft picks: The Fly, Moonstruck, and The Silent Partner
Draft picks: Scott Pilgrim, Drive, and Only God Forgives
Final draft picks and audience voting
Closing remarks and credits
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