Morningside (film)

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Morningside
Directed byRon Dias
Written by
  • Joanne Jansen
  • Ron Dias
Produced by
  • Joanne Jansen
  • Ron Dias
  • Craig Fleming
Starring
CinematographyMartin Wojtunik
Edited byJovaughn Stephens
Music byAdrian Bent
Production
company
Ron & Aussie
Distributed byAMC Networks, AllBlk
Release date
  • September 19, 2024 (2024-09-19)(Cinéfest)
Running time
90 minutes
CountryCanada
LanguagesEnglish, Patois

Morningside is a Canadian drama film, directed by Ron Dias and released in 2024. [1]

Contents

The film explores the lives of seven diverse characters who meet at a community centre in Scarborough as they navigate the challenges of relationships, societal struggles, and the looming threat of gentrification. [2] The film highlights themes of resilience, heritage, and the value of community. [1]

The film premiered at the 2024 Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival, [3] and was subsequently screened at the ReelWorld Film Festival [4] and the St. Louis International Film Festival.

Cast

Release

Morningside is scheduled for commercial release on February 21, 2025. [1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Aparita Bhandari, "From its people to its story, Morningside is pure Scarborough". The Globe and Mail , February 19, 2025.
  2. ↑ Andreas Wiseman (November 30, 2022). "'Morningside': Fefe Dobson, Kiana Madeira & Brandon McKnight Among Cast For Indie Pic Which Gets Underway In Canada Next Week". Deadline .
  3. ↑ "Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival Details 2024 Lineup". Exclaim! , August 27, 2024.
  4. ↑ Jamie Casemore (October 2, 2024). "'Reelworld Film Festival unveils lineup for 24th edition': Reelworld Film Festival returns to Toronto and online". Playback .
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