Matthew Rankin’s Winnipeg-set film “Universal Language” dominates with five wins at the weekend ceremony and vies for best film alongside “The Apprentice,” “Darkest Miriam,” “Gamma Rays,” “Village Keeper,” and “Who Do I Belong To” in tonight’s Canadian Screen Awards finale.
Jasmeet Raina’s Crave dramedy series “Late Bloomer,” fresh off four scripted television awards, contends for best comedy series against CTV’s “Children Ruin Everything,” CBC’s “One More Time,” and Crave’s “Don’t Even” and “Office Movers.”
Host Lisa Gilroy highlights the importance of celebrating Canadian talent during the live broadcast from Toronto on CBC and CBC Gem, emphasizing the creativity and humor flourishing in Canadian film and television.
“Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent” leads all nominees with 20 nods, winning best writing in a drama series and best sound in fiction. It competes for best drama series against CBC’s “Allegiance,” “Bones of Crows,” Hollywood Suite’s “Potluck Ladies,” and CTV’s “Sight Unseen.”
Top acting contenders include Kathleen Munroe and Aden Young from “Law & Order Toronto,” Grace Dove of “Bones of Crows,” Mayko Nguyen of “Hudson & Rex,” and others for best lead performer in a drama series.
In comedy film performance, “Universal Language” stars Rojina Esmaeili and Pirouz Nemati face competition from notable actors including Cate Blanchett and Maïla Valentir.
Leading drama film roles feature Sebastian Stan in “The Apprentice,” Britt Lower in “Darkest Miriam,” Carrie-Anne Moss in “Die Alone,” among others.
In a programming update, the Canadian Screen Awards reversed plans for an online-only show, returning to live TV broadcast on CBC due to favorable NHL scheduling, ensuring wider recognition of Canadian talent.
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