STRONG SON TEAM NAMED TO TELEFILM TALENT TO WATCH PROGRAM

Congratulations to writer, director & producer Ian Bawa, producer Markus Henkel and executive producer Kyle Bornais are among the teams chosen for the Telefilm Talent to Watch Program!

The project, Strong Son, is based on a short film from Bawa (who is currently in the CFC's Norman Jewison Film Program - Director's Lab).

"Films from the Talent to Watch Program consistently shine a spotlight on emerging talent spread across the country," said Julie Roy, Executive Director and CEO, Telefilm Canada. "The opportunity we give to propel their careers as filmmakers and establish themselves amongst our nation's vibrant film community is one we take pride in. This year's selections present a dynamic range of cinematic gems, and we cannot wait to see the final product."

Stay tuned for more information on Strong Son.

Way to go Ian, Markus and Kyle!

Read the full Telefilm press release here.