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With the new documentary THE BLUE ANGELS, director Paul Crowder chronicles a year with the Navy’s elite Flight Demonstration Squadron—from selection through the challenging training and demanding show season—showcasing the extraordinary teamwork, passion, and pride that fuels them. In this 1on1, Dave Voigt speaks to former Blue Angel Greg Wooldridge and Crowder about what it takes to be a BLUE ANGEL and why it took so long to bring the film to life.

With the release of X-MEN '97, Marvel revives more than the show's classic theme. Conversations about injustice, freedom and acceptance have always been embedded within the series, creating a legacy of hope for the disenfranchised. This week, Miriam Ibrahim, Dina Hamdieh and Raevin Larue reunite to talk with Steve about the real power of the X-Men and why they still resonate.

Directed by Greg Jacobs and Jon Siskel, The Here Now Project take a look at the year 2021 from an environmental perspective. Having compiled incredible footage shot by everyday people from all walks of life, the film chronicles the state of our climate reality and calls for us to band together in unity. In this 1on1, we speak to Jacobs about what sets this apart from other climate docs and starting a 'call to courage'.

Directed by Simon Cellan Jones, ARTHUR THE KING follows Michael Light (Mark Wahlberg), an ultimate racer who left the sport in shame. When one last chance to secure his legacy presents itself, he fights to secure a sponsor and a team of athletes (Simu Liu, Nathalie Emmanuel and Ali Suliman) for the Adventure Racing World Championship in the Dominican Republic. Faced with ten days and 435 miles, this ultimate race pushes the team to the brink of quitting… until a scrappy street dog that they dub Arthur begins to change their fortune. In this 1on1, we speak to Jones about good leadership, learning through suffering and leaving his legacy.

Directed by Marlo McKenzie and Jonathan Parker, Carol Doda: Topless at the Condor transports the viewer back to San Francisco in the 1960s. Here, we meet Carol Doda, the first dancer to go topless in the booming nightclub scene. In doing so, Doda became an overnight sensation and struck a blow for gender equality (both legally and culturally) that still resonates today. In this 1on1, we speak to McKenzie and Parker about combatting the male gaze & the politicization of fashion.

In SOMEONE LIKE YOU, rural architect Dawson Gage (Jake Allyn) has always been in love with London Quinn (Sarah Fisher), even if she hasn’t felt the same. Now, a decade later, the two finally seem to be on the same page romantically… when suddenly tragedy strikes and that opportunity is lost. But Dawson yearns to find some piece of her and, upon discovering that she has a twin sister name Andi (Fisher again), embarks on a journey to meet her. Having been separated during their parents’ IVF procedure, Andi has never known about her ‘other life’ and the news rocks her world. As Dawson brings Andi to meet her birthparents, she begins to dive into the home that she never knew and potentially uncover an attraction that she never expected. In this 1on1, we speak to co-writer Karen Kingsbury and star Sarah Fisher about chemistry with co-stars, love that hurts & the power of faith.

Directed by Damian Hurley, STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL tells the story of Mia (Georgia Lock), a young woman still grieving the loss of her best friend, Rebecca. On the anniversary of her mysterious death, Mia and her friends return to the Caribbean paradise in honour of Rebecca and her life. As Mia reconnects with her old flame, dear friends and Rebecca’s mother, Lily (Elizabeth Hurley) and sister Jemma, old secrets and passions begin to emerge, revealing a web of sex, betrayal and murder. In this 1on1, we speak to Elizabeth Hurley & Damian Hurley about working together onset and 'messed up people'.

Directed by Damian Hurley, STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL tells the story of Mia (Georgia Lock), a young woman still grieving the loss of her best friend, Rebecca. On the anniversary of her mysterious death, Mia and her friends return to the Caribbean paradise in honour of Rebecca and her life. As Mia reconnects with her old flame, dear friends and Rebecca’s mother (Elizabeth Hurley) and sister Jemma, old secrets and passions begin to emerge, revealing a web of sex, betrayal and murder. In this 1on1, we speak to Lock about camaraderie on set, speaking with Mia and what it takes to forgive.

Directed by Hamoody Jaafar, Rouge steps behind the walls of River Rouge high school and into the world of competitive high school basketball. With a legacy of 14 state championships, River Rouge is hungry for another and Rouge follows its current coach and players who yearn to bring home another trophy. Meanwhile, the film also taps into the school’s storied history has older legends share stories of victory and challenges of the past. In this 1on1, we talk about what it means to win, the effect of the pandemic and what makes the school so special.

Directed by Louise Archambault, Irena’s Vow tells the amazing true story of Irena Gut Opdyke (Sophie Nelisse), a strong-willed, 19-year-old Polish woman who is employed by the Nazis during WWII. Promoted to housekeeper in the home of a highly respected Nazi officer, Irena is advised by the other staff to remain ‘seen and not heard’ for her own safety. However, when she discovers that the Jewish ghetto is about to be liquidated, she bravely chooses to shelter twelve Jews in the commandant’s basement. Faced with certain death should they (or she) be discovered, Irena remains determined to care for the disenfranchised as the Nazi’s swirl around them. In this 1on1, we speak to Archambault about stepping into history and shooting war on an intimate level.

Directed by Neil Diamond and Catherine Bainbridge, Red Fever is a stunning look at the world’s historical fascination with Indigenous Peoples. Traveling across the Atlantic, Diamond follows the lines between modern day fashion, sports, agricultural practices and democracy and the unrecognized influences of Indigenous ways of thinking that helped create them. In doing so, Red Fever hopes to chart a new path for the future by giving credit where it needs to be given. In this 1on1, we speak to Diamond and Bainbridge about the power of collaboration and why we struggle to see the value in equality.

Directed by Alfredo Pourailly de la Plaza, The Fabulous Gold Harvesting Machine follows Toto, an aging father who spends his days immersed in the water and muck of the Chilian caves as he attempts to harvest gold. Having done so for over 40 years, the conditions have taken their toll on Toto, leaving his health declining. In response, his son, Jorge, develops a plan to build a machine to relieve his father’s workload. In this 1on1, we speak to the director about what we leave behind and what it means to be the 'fabulous gold harvesting machine'.

Set in the near future, Civil War depicts America as a nation divided within between two factions. Under the influence of a dictator president (Nick Offerman) in the midst of his third term, the country has reached a boiling point. With rebel factions descending upon the White House, Lee (Kirsten Dunst) and her team of military-embedded journalists race against the clock in order to reach the Capital with the hope of chronicling the historic events that are about to unfold. In this 1on1, we participate in a special roundtable discussion with Garland to discuss the film's political ambiguity, the strength of Kirsten Dunst and the evolution of the story.

Wrestlemania is back and bigger than ever! With the popularity of WWE reaching heights it hasn't seen in two decades, the culmination seems to bee this weekend as Cody Rhodes attempts to take down Universal Champion Roman Reigns and the Final Boss himself, Dwayne Johnson. But is that possible? This week, Kirk Haviland and Dave Voigt return to the ring to wrestle with the Rock's return and whether or not Cody Rhodes can finish the story.

Directed by Alexandre Philippe, William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill is an intimate portrayal (maybe) of Shatner’s life and career. Having been a performer for over 70 years, Shatner’s career has boldly gone from space (Star Trek) to the streets (T.J. Hooker) and here, he’s invited to share the insight and wisdom that make him one of the more unique in Hollywood today. In this 1on1, we speak to Philippe about the definition of 'Shatner-ian', taking down our masks and experiencing wonder.

In COLD ROAD, Tracy (Rosanne Supernault) is an Indigenous woman who gets the call that her mother is near death. Out of concern for her family, she and her dog immediately get in the car and head north on the frozen remote highway home. Along the way, Tracy finds herself hunted by a mysterious stranger in a semi-truck who seems determined to derail her journey, leaving her no choice but to fight for her life. In this 1on1, we speak to Supernault about finding safe spaces, the sacrifices that she made for the role and working with her canine co-star.

Created by Michael Tobin, TVO's new series, NEW WORLD BEAT, steps into the heart of Toronto's energetic music scene. Blending performances and intimate conversations, the show taps into the heart of the city by elevating the artists and let them share more than just their music. In this 1on1, we speak to Tobin about Toronto's unique musical voice, creating safe spaces and offering more than our art.

In TRANSITION, Australian filmmaker and journalist Jordan Bryon gives the world an entirely different view of the Taliban regime during the fall of Afghanistan. Having gained incredible access to a Taliban unit, Bryon and his videographer, Teddy, give an authentic view of life under their oppressive regime. However, at the same time, Bryon’s journey with the military also coincides with his own physical transformation as a trans man. Out of concern for their lives, Bryon conceals his physiology in order to be accepted as a man, all the while struggling with the unique moral and ethical dilemma of his situation. As he gains more freedom during his transition, Bryon’s film also grapples with the oppression of women who attempt to find freedom themselves under the Taliban regime. In this 1on1, we speak to Bryon and co-director Monica Villamizar about living amongst the Taliban and being 'seen how you feel'.

Set in the late 1970s, BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE follows Bob Marley (Kingsley Ben-Adir) as he attempts to help his home country of Jamaica during a time of political division. With the develop of Smile Jamaica, a free concert with an emphasis on unity, Marley hoped to inspire his nation to come together. However, after things go horribly wrong, Marley and his wife, Rita (Lashana Lynch) flee to England, where they would create his most famous project, Exodus. In this 1on1, we speak to Lynch about the 'queenliness' of Rita Marley, sacrificing ourselves for the mission and spiritual moments on the set. BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE is now available to buy or rent on digital home entertainment platforms.

At long last, it's time for the X-Men to fight for us all! Picking up almost right after the events of the series finale, X-MEN '97 (formerly X-MEN: THE ANIMATED SERIES) brings back its unique blend of superhero mayhem and serious topics. In this 1on1, we speak to returning star Lenore Zann (X-MEN '97, THE MADONES) about going 'Rogue' again, the legacy of X-MEN and fighting for justice.