Carlton Cinemas Festival

WILDsound is proud to showcase the best DOCUMENTARY Short Films from the last year from around the world today.

Thursday August 29th. 7pm SHARP. Event ends at 9pm.

103 minute program of films. Followed by Q&A with filmmakers in attendance.

Tickets are FREE or Pay as you like. (Tickets generally sell out. First RSVP. First served.)

Email festival to RSVP tickets@wildsound.ca

Or, text the festival directly at 416-568-9046

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SEE THE LINEUP OF FILMS:

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THE FUTURE OF FASHION FOR ALL: CREATING SAFE SPACES, 23min., USA

Directed by Mei Ling Marzonie

The fashion industry is one of the most mainstream industries today that still perpetuates harmful discriminatory practices within their field. From fatphobia, to racism, to ageism, the mainstream fashion industry is medieval in terms of its strides towards inclusivity. This lack of progress has been the backbone to many prominent issues facing young people today. Its effects have had far reaching and long lasting consequences for today’s young people; from eating disorders to openly discriminating against and outcasting folks with differing bodies. What can be done to stop these harmful practices and show young people a new way to live and ultimately love themselves?

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HOW FINLAND SOLVED HOMELESSNESS: IT’S MORE THAN HOUSING FIRST, 27min., Finland
Directed by Mark Horvath

How Finland Solved Homelessness: It’s More Than Housing First” is a profound documentary set in Helsinki that delves into Finland’s successful battle against homelessness, highlighting the revolutionary Housing First program. Through the personal stories of individuals like Pekka, transitioning from the streets to a home, and Tujia, overcoming addiction, the film reveals the program’s impact beyond providing shelter. It explores the intricate blend of political advocacy, societal change, and dedication to human dignity that underpinned the program’s success. The documentary doesn’t shy away from the challenges involved, particularly in integrating those with mental health and substance abuse issues into the community. It paints a broader picture of societal transformation, showing how eradicating homelessness can lead to safer, more empowered communities. This powerful narrative serves as a global call to action, showcasing the possibility of solving homelessness through compassion, policy, and collective effort.

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“CHERUBIM” NOVEL ONE, 17min., UK
Directed by Evgeniy Brooks

«VARTA» is a series of documentary novellas about the Ukrainian military, created by the authorial team of filmmakers called NEUTRINO. Since the full-scale invasion of russia of Ukraine, the team has been documenting the military events and telling the stories of our soldiers.

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IN THE GREY WILD, 16min,. USA
Directed by Nili Yosha

Youth experiencing homelessness write a song with Gabriel Kahane, Creative Chair of the Oregon Symphony and perform it with the entire 75 person Oregon Symphony Orchestra. The performance was at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on April 15, 2023.

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TOLLERMANIA, 27min., Canada
Directed by Karen Lang

In this film, Ukrainian-Canadian ceramic artist, Natalia Laluq, interprets the life and work of Canadian world champion figure skater and artist, Toller Cranston, through a stop-motion installation of individually crafted ceramic plates. The art project itself was almost 2 years in the making. The show took place at Toller Cranston’s studio in Mexico in 2014, the year before Toller died. This documentary shows the work from initial concept through process and completion. It is one artist interpretation of another artist’s work and life.