Edmonton filmmaker to debut film at Metro Cinema
An Edmonton filmmaker is screening his debut film at the Metro Cinema on Tuesday.
Spirit of the Season is a holiday-themed comedy horror film.
"Instead of a monster or a demon that attacks them, it's the spirit of Christmas," co-writer and co-director Robyn Slack told CTV News Edmonton.
Each of the characters in the film represents a struggle someone might have during the holidays.
"We have a character who doesn't have a lot of family left and doesn't have anyone to spend the holidays with," Slack said. "We have a Trans, non-binary character who struggles with their family accepting their identity."
The film was shot in Strawberry Creek south of Edmonton, a house in Mill Woods and streets around the city.
His team consisted of a crew of five and a cast of five, all friends and family.
"The film process definitely felt more intimate," said actor Michael Vetsch. "Just you, the director and the camera, being a lot more isolated in terms of that performance."
The film's poster now hangs at the Metro Cinema where screening starts on Tuesday — a dream come true for Slack and his team.
"The idea of seeing our film up on the screen is incredible," Slack said. "I can't wait."
Tickets are available online.
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