Fathom Film Group is a dedicated group of filmmakers who want to provoke, surprise and turn social issues on their head. Think 'Trickster' - the mythical figure who assumes many forms as he exposes life's multiplicities and paradoxes. Our films and series are critical, thought-provoking, often with a satirical edge. Spanning a wide range of media - film, digital, animation, and new media platforms - our work has been broadcast, screened and downloaded around the world, garnering numerous awards at festivals. Look out for us. You never know when we'll pop up on your screen next. FILMS Cow vs Clown - produced by talents from the MTV and Spiderman animation teams, this short blends several techniques into a unique style. It's a kickass cartoon about Cow who narrowly misses the chopping block at Clown's meat processing plant. - World Premiere at the Montreal International Film Festival, 2007, Planet in Focus Film Festival 2007, others to follow. Empower Me - a feature length documentary in development with the Documentary Channel. This film explores what draws people to the self-help industry, following several people as they seek well-known self-help gurus. Almost Real: Connecting in a Wired World - produced with the National Film Board of Canada, this documentary delves into the lives of 6 people around the world who are addicted to, or highly dependent on the Internet. The film explores the notions of community and intimacy. Gonzo Gizmos - a factual entertainment piece for Discovery Channel featuring the latest in technological toys. This half-hour special focuses on everything from electric cars to hovercrafts, and uses a range of media including animation. Western Eyes - produced with The National Film Board of Canada, this documentary follows two Asian-Canadian women who contemplate getting eye surgery to 'westernize' their features. This probing film sparked controversy and debate. - Winner of the NFB Reel Diversity Competition - screenings include: The United Nations Association of Canada, National Gallery of Canada, Malaysia Digital Film Festival, Reel World Film Festival, International Human Rights Film Festival, Chicago Asian American Showcase, National Archives of Canada. Fall of an Asian Tiger - an hour-long documentary following 3 people struggling for a foothold in South Korea, post market crash. It explores the impact of rapid industrialization on an activist, a young entrepreneur, and a former CEO turned waiter. SERIES Swingers - a 13 x 30 minute series in development, giving you a no-holds-barred access into the world of swinging. We take a cheeky look at the clubs, parties, websites, event organizers and regular folk who live this lifestyle. Co-produced with Aysha Productions. Where It's @ - a cross-platform television show and website concept, top 10 shortlist at the NextMedia 2006 conference in Banff Canada and the New American Empire - two documentaries in a special series for CBC Newsworld: Farm to Fork: a film about agricultural trade tariffs. We follow a pig back and forth across the border on its journey from birth, to farm, to slaughterhouse, to packers, and finally to a shelf at the grocery store; interviewing people at all levels of the industry. Security 911 - investigates the abiding impact of recent changes in American security policies, and Canada's own policies. A focus on the situation of 'secret trial' detainees in Canada. WHO WE ARE Ann Shin - Award-winning director and producer, Ann's credits include Cow vs Clown, Four Seasons Mosaic, The Roswell Incident, Almost Real, Western Eyes and The Fall of an Asian Tiger. Her documentaries have screened at festivals including the New York Festival, Columbus International Festival, Mumbai International Festival, World Arts Festival on Human Rights, Reel World Film Festival, Montreal World Film Festival, the Chicago Asian American Film Showcase, the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival. She has produced a range of television programs including: Save Us From Our House, I Do… Let's Eat, Surgeons, SexTV, Modern Manners, The Right Fit, Heartbeats, CBC Newsworld, Venture, Faceoff, Sunday Morning Live. She has two poetry publications: The Last Thing Standing and Crossroads Cant. Neil Spiegel - Neil is the product of billions of years of evolution. Christina Suh - A Boston and New York based human resources consultant, Christina specializes in recruitment and organizational management/development. She has expertise in adult learning/performance, and talent development. Christina received her Masters Degree in Adult & Organization Learning and Human Performance from Suffolk University and her Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management from Boston College. She serves as a leader in diverse community groups and manages numerous client groups. Christina enjoys working in a fast-paced, energetic environment where she can pull a crew together in moment's notice. Katya Primorskaya - Based in Moscow, Katya is an award-winning scriptwriter and actor whose credits appear in Russian film as well as on the stage. Also as part of her extensive writing background, she has written for Russian and European magazines. CONTACT info@fathomfilmgroup.com ann@fathomfilmgroup.com 20 Laxton Avenue, Suite 2B Toronto, Ontario M6K 1K9 416.857.5709