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New Maritime comedy TV series Normal Scotia premiering on Fibe TV1

December 2, 2024 Greg David Leave a comment

From a media release:

Atlantic Canada is known for its rich culture, but is also home to many immigrants and welcomes a variety of other cultures. Normal Scotia shows the unique culture clash from the perspective of two Indian immigrants, Shiv and Manish, who recently landed in the Maritimes and found themselves working together at a curling club. After production throughout the summer, episode one of “Normal Scotia” is officially set to premiere December 4th, 2024 on Fibe TV1, with new episodes airing every Wednesday.

In its first season, Normal Scotia covers everything from funny workplace debates about arranged marriages to adjusting to Maritime cuisine after Manish gets invited to his coworker’s house for dinner. The show is a perfect blend of celebrating the culture of the Maritimes but showing it from the humorous perspective of a newcomer.

The series is co-created by Amarpal Dhillon & Charles Wahl from Halifax, NS. Amarpal was raised by Indian immigrants and uniquely positioned to contribute his perspective to the show from personal experiences. With a passion for Script writing he has produced some films over the years, but Normal Scotia marks his first TV series. Charles’ family immigrated to Canada when he was two years old, and growing up, his parents put up several of their family members from the middle east to live with them over the years. Charles is an award-winning writer and director whose short films have featured at major festivals like South by Southwest, Palm Springs International, and many more. His latest film, Paper (2024) stars Atlantic Canadian Shaun Majumder.

Whether you’ve grown up in Atlantic Canada, recently immigrated here, or simply just want to kick back and watch a funny TV show, Normal Scotia will definitely deliver. The show is the result of a passionate team who really holds this unique juxtaposition of cultures living seamlessly close to their hearts.

Viewers can watch the show on Fibe TV, channel 1 or the Fibe TV app.

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Newfoundland period drama series A Tippling Adventure to debut this December at Bell Canada’s Streaming Channel Fibe TV1

November 4, 2024 Greg David Leave a comment

From a media release:

Benjamin Noah directs this ensemble “Eastern Western” starring Andrew Ravindran (Midnight Dreamers), Rhiannon Morgan (New Woman), Paul Ewan Wilson (Frontier), Lawrence Barry (Son of a Critch), Stephen Lush (Cast No Shadow), & Kevin Hanchard (Orphan Black) as “The Drifter”. Mr. Hanchard is also reunited with Hudson & Rex star John Reardon (Bloodhounds) for this mystery yarn that includes Terry Ryan (Shoresy). Featuring a special appearance by Order of Newfoundland recipient Andy Jones (Don’t Give Up On Me Dad).

This four chapter mini-series was shot in March 2024 during an infamous record breaking snowstorm. From Benjamin Noah’s company Ark Film LTD. in association with PictureNL and in collaboration with executive producers Sarah Maher and Phong Tran. Peter Blackie & Rob Blackie (Frontier) along with Ontario based Kalkaden Productions (Kaleb Laidman and Sabrina Laidman) also serve as EP’s. The series was written by Barry Germansky (Riff Raff) & Benjamin Noah (New Woman).

This adventure series follows the exploits of a young man named Baji (Andrew Ravindran) who is shipwrecked on the shores of Newfoundland during the early 19th century.

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Accessibility takes centre stage in Season 2 of Roll With It

June 17, 2024 Greg David

From a media release:

Helmed by Canadian comedian and Trailer Park Boys legend Jonathan Torrens in the director’s seat, Roll With It returns for a second season on the heels of two Screen Nova Scotia nominations for Best Ensemble and Best Scripted Series. Inspired by real-life experiences of award-winning actor and ‘sit-down’ comedian Brian George, the show follows Brian as he navigates life on wheels in inaccessible cities and surrounded by well… jerks – including his own family. Fed up with not living life on his own terms, he takes matters into his own hands in this gritty Canadiana comedy written by comedian Peter Anthony (This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Just for Laughs). Season 2 of Roll With It lands on Bell Canada’s Fibe TV1 channel on June 19, 2024, with one episode airing each Wednesday for six weeks.

“The great thing about a second season is you don’t have to pause to introduce every new character, so you can go full throttle on the story,” says director Jonathan Torrens. “The incredible actors in this cast know their characters inside out. Our crew led by DP Tim Mombourquette is world-class. Peter Anthony’s scripts are tight and funny. And we’ve added Canadian comedy legend Mike Wilmot to the mix. Fibe TV1 viewers are going to love this season!”

In Season 1, audiences became acquainted with Brian (played by Brian George) and his kooky family, always on the cusp of ‘something big’. Fed up with their antics, Brian takes his fate into his own hands and tries to get them onto some quick cash. A man on wheels with big dreams, Brian decides to rob his boss to fund his own business venture. That is, until things go awry.

“Our TV1 audience responded with such love and enthusiasm for the first season with Brian and his flawed but very funny family unit,” says Paul Gardner, Senior Producer, Fibe TV1. “We are very excited to see Roll With It return to continue Brian’s journey.”

“I used to see ableism as a negative,” says award-winning actor, comedian and star of Roll With It, Brian George. “But after working on Roll With It, that negativity has turned into therapy. People have always asked me how I keep my sense of humour in such an inaccessible world, but truthfully, if I didn’t have one, I don’t know where I’d be today.”

Roll With It is rounded out with a hilarious and celebrated cast including show creator and writer Peter Anthony, comedian Kenny Robinson (The Umbrella Academy, Coroner), Fiona Highet (Murdoch Mysteries, Law & Order Toronto), Katelyn McCulloch (Bystanders), award-winning actor Kirstin Howell (Moonshine, Queen of my Dreams) and Steven Lund (Who’s Yer Father?, Schitt’s Creek). New to Roll With It this season are Canadian comedy legend Mike Wilmot and Leah Pritchard as Brian’s love interest Nina.

Season 1 is available to stream on Bell Fibe TV, channel 1 and the Fibe TV app.

About Canadian Content Studios
In five short years, CANADIAN CONTENT STUDIOS has emerged as one of the busiest small production companies in Atlantic Canada. Building on the personal brand of owner Jonathan Torrens, it specializes in making good things with good people. Credits include Vollies (3x Canadian Screen Award nominee, 3x Nova Scotia Screen Award winner), Trapped (2x Nova Scotia Screen Award nominee) and the co-pro 1 Man’s Treasure (2x Canadian Screen Award nominee).