The AIFF Filmmaker Lab returns for its fourth year, bringing together emerging filmmakers from across Atlantic Canada. Representing a wide range of experiences, disciplines, and perspectives, this year’s cohort is united by a passion for storytelling and a commitment to creative growth.

I submit that King Kong scaling the Empire State Building back in 1933 was a Canadian Heritage Moment. Why? Because the screaming woman clutched in Kong’s hand was Fay Wray – born in Cardston, Alberta – one of the earliest actors to be dubbed a “scream queen”.