Sikat

Writer/Director: Angelina L. Cantada
Producer: Ita Kane-Wilson & Olesia Shewchuk
Director of Photography: Lindsay George
Editors: Virgile Dean & Michael Orthner
Original Music: Cameron Wilson
Sound Editor: Gregor Phillips
Production Designers: Renee Fulsom & Janessa Hitsman
Art Director: Javier Badillo
Cast: Kira Clavell, Kim DiMaggio, Allisa Skovbye, Ameko Eks Mass Carroll, Mario Magalona, EJ Escobedo

Photos: (courtesy of Olesia Shewchuk)

Screenings:

• CBC-British Columbia (July and September 2010), Broadcast Premiere
• Vancouver Asian Film Festival (Nov. 2010), World Premiere and Honorable Mention for Best Canadian Short Film
• Victoria Film Festival (Feb. 2011)
• Vancouver Women in Film Festival (March 2011)
• DC Shorts Film Festival (Sept. 2011), USA Premiere
• LA Femme Film Festival (Oct. 2011)

Review:
Vancouver Observer
Jonathan Hanley
March 29, 2010

This touching story highlights the lives of many immigrants who come to Canada, while leaving their families behind in their home countries. Kira Clavell as the nanny was moving in a subtle yet powerful performance. I was reminded in the end of how everyone has a story worth telling and hearing. It’s clear that everyone involved felt strongly about the message, yet presented it with grace and emotional beauty. Read full article here.

Radio Interview

News / Articles:
Crazy8s announces the 6 finalists in the 2010 filmmaking competition.
Crazy8s puts filmmakers to the test
Julie MacLella, The Record
March 27, 2010

Crazy8s takes film to the streets
Julie MacLellan, The Record
March 25, 2010

Pinay director a finalist in Vancouver film fest
Marieton Pacheco
March 18, 2010