Hi Reader, At every Contamination screening so far, someone has asked me the same thing:“What’s next?” And I get it. As a writer and filmmaker, it’s the most exciting question there is. It’s also one of the hardest to answer. Do I jump straight into writing a Contamination sequel? Plenty of people who’ve seen the movie want one - and I’ll admit, I’ve got some killer ideas for where the story could go next. Or do I pivot to something entirely new? I’ve got a few high-octane action scripts...
13 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Over the past few weekends, we’ve had the absolute joy of watching Contamination play to sold-out crowds in multiple cities. Some folks even came back for a second round - bringing friends with them. That, to me, is the ultimate compliment. When someone enjoys a movie enough to share it, that says everything. In a time when fewer and fewer movies seem to invite repeat viewings, it made me think: What are we doing right that so many bigger films are missing? Why is “rewatchability”...
20 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, This past weekend, we split up our Contamination team to cover not one, but two cities - and it was unforgettable. While my co-director David Heacock and I travelled to Calgary for our latest round of screenings at Landmark Cinemas, members of our cast and crew were holding it down in Edmonton for the extended run there. It was surreal watching audiences respond to the film in two different cities at once - and just as incredible to see the continued support for this wild little...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, This past weekend was one I’ll never forget. Contamination, our indie action feature, had its official theatrical premiere right here in my hometown of Edmonton, Alberta, through Landmark Cinemas - and what happened next went far beyond anything we expected. Over the course of three days, we sold out four of our six screenings. Not only that, but Landmark Cinemas announced they’re extending our Edmonton run for a second weekend, with six more screenings added! These will run in...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I've been silent for the past week or two because I've had so much on my plate. Between radio interviews, podcasts, tons of meetings, and prep work for our upcoming theatrical premiere for Contamination, it's been crazy! But I wouldn't have it any other way. I mean, how often do you see your dreams coming true right before your eyes? And last night was a perfect example!Yesterday, Contamination screened at the YIKES! Film Festival in Edmonton - a three-day celebration of sci-fi,...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, I’m still catching my breath - because everything is happening so fast. Just a few weeks ago, I got back from L.A. where we held the world premiere screening of Contamination. It was an incredible trip, but what happened next caught us completely off guard… Within 24 hours of Landmark Cinemas opening pre-sales for our Canadian theatrical premiere, we sold out two of the three scheduled screenings. And that was before we even started advertising. Landmark responded by adding three...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Yesterday, several cast and crew members from Contamination joined forces for something special: the "Stuff the Semi for Veterans in Need" food drive. And by the end of the day, we’d doubled last year’s donations! That’s a massive win - for veterans, their families, and everyone who showed up to help. If you’re new to my newsletter, Contamination is my upcoming feature film - a character-driven action-sci-fi thriller about isolation, survival, and what it means to hold onto your...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I just got back from Los Angeles, where my feature film Contamination had its world premiere at the Southern California International Film Festival - and wow, what a trip. I was joined by three incredible collaborators: David Heacock, my co-director Preston Ewasiuk, our producer Tyler Sabourin, one of our lead actors Together, we spent three whirlwind nights soaking up every bit of movie magic that LA had to offer. Our screening took place in Glendale, CA, and it was surreal seeing...
2 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, This week is a huge milestone for me - my feature film Contamination is having its world premiere in Los Angeles at the Southern California International Film Festival. To say I’m excited would be an understatement. This project started as an idea in my head - a “what if?” moment - and now it’s about to play in front of a live audience in the heart of the film industry. Hollywood. The place we all imagine when we think of big screens, popcorn, and movie magic. What makes it even...
3 months ago • 1 min read