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IN A GOOD WAY Laughter as Medicine
Half hour Documentary exploring the healing power of laughter through the stories of three indigenous entertainers. Comedians FLORENCE SPENCE and PAUL RABLIAUSKAS are joined by pioneer Arts producer SHINGOOSE in emergence from the residential school experience, comedy's role in that recovery. Featuring new material from a variety of shows as well as archival footage of the legendary CHARLIE HILL. Produced by MADEL MEDIA Inc. 2018 in partnership with MTS "Stories From Home" Director: Beth Azore
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PARADISE PICKED Our Second Hand life
A fun Canadian couple shares enthusiasm, practical information, and the reasoning around their choice to buy "used" for much of their home and life needs. Produced by Madel Media Inc. Directed by Beth Azore 36 minutes
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From Rags to Richlu; a Winnipeg Schmatta tale
This is the tale of the charismatic and industrious characters who built one of Canada’s most significant industries (the Garment Business) and their on-going struggle to keep it prosperous.
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Belter's BIG Beef
A short musical lesson on how City Hall is structured. Intended for young viewers as part of a Winnipeg Discovery Show we did for MTS TV called "You Dig!"
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Monkey Life
Spend a few minutes with the monkeys (and their care givers) at the Assiniboine Zoo. Produced by New Projects Inc. in partnership with Bell MTS, this short film aired as part of "You Dig!" a Winnipeg discovery show for kids. Original music by THEO TZU and THE SILVER FOX
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NO JUSTICE NO PEACE
Crafted short from a live event held at the Manitoba Legislative Building in 2016. Rally hosts: Black Space Winnipeg, #blacklivesmatter Produced by MADEL MEDIA Inc. Featuring: Ras Rico, MC Bubba B, Adeline Bird Director: Beth Azore Music: Modulok, Franklin Fernando
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GIMME GIMME
Chosen by MTS and the WInnipeg Film Group to conceive and provide a short piece to premier at the "GIMME SOME TRUTH" Documentary Film Festival in it's inaugural year, Beth put together "GIMME GIMME" a somewhat satirical look at 'documentary' as a genre. copyright 2008 story, direction, and artwork by Beth Azore co-edited by Jeff McKay online: Deco Dawson
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MOTHER EARTH SONG
In the 8O's Ojibway artist SHINGOOSE (Curtis Jonnie) co-produced a program called "Indian Time" with his NATIVE MULTI MEDIA partner Don Marks. It celebrated Indigenous culture, and featured some of the community's top entertainers of the time. A young Buffy Ste. Marie, Max Gayle, and Charlie Hill joined the cast, and at their pilot episode taping Shingoose performed this song. In 2017 Madel Media created this video remix to celebrate Shingoose's 70'th birthday, and welcome him into his new role as "Baby Elder". Its message is as relevant now as it was then. Please enjoy. Song written and performed by: Shingoose "Indian Time" footage courtesy of: NATIVE MULTI MEDIA PRODUCTIONS Director: Beth Azore Produced by MADEL MEDIA Inc. 2017
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25:36
From Rags to Richlu; a Winnipeg Schmatta tale
This is the tale of the charismatic and industrious characters who built one of Canada’s most significant industries (the Garment Business) and their on-going struggle to keep it prosperous.
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Catching Rain PART 1
Running almost an hour in three part total, Catching Rain documents community efforts (local and international) coming together to build a water catchment in love rich, water poor UGANDA. Produced by Circusroad Shows, 2005. Filmmaker: Dax Xenis
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Catching Rain PART 2
Running almost an hour in three part total, Catching Rain documents community efforts (local and international) coming together to build a water catchment in love rich, water poor UGANDA. Produced by Circusroad Shows, 2005. Filmmaker: Dax Xenis
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Catching Rain PART 3
Running almost an hour in three part total, Catching Rain documents community efforts (local and international) coming together to build a water catchment in love rich, water poor UGANDA. Produced by Circusroad Shows, 2005. Filmmaker: Dax Xenis
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BACKTRACKS
Half hour retrospective on the history of Winnipeg's vanished streetcar infrastructure. Train lovers and history buffs will enjoy old footage and photos (courtesy of the Manitoba Archive) as well as memories shared by drivers, riders and analysts. Conceived by and co-directed by Jeff McKAY. Produced by New Projects Inc. in partnership with Bell MTS
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06:01
Belter's BIG Beef
A short musical lesson on how City Hall is structured. Intended for young viewers as part of a Winnipeg Discovery Show we did for MTS TV called "You Dig!"
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05:58
Monkey Life
Spend a few minutes with the monkeys (and their care givers) at the Assiniboine Zoo. Produced by New Projects Inc. in partnership with Bell MTS, this short film aired as part of "You Dig!" a Winnipeg discovery show for kids. Original music by THEO TZU and THE SILVER FOX
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PARADISE PICKED Our Second Hand life
A fun Canadian couple shares enthusiasm, practical information, and the reasoning around their choice to buy "used" for much of their home and life needs. Produced by Madel Media Inc. Directed by Beth Azore 36 minutes
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Documentaries
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GROOVE ON A STANLEY KNIFE. 1997
Written and co-directed by Tinge Krishnan and starring Alison Burrows and Samatha Hoyle, this kinetic tale plunges into the dark history of two women fleeing violent heroin dealersNorthern England circa 1997. Holed up in a disused public toilet, the stress and claustrophobia of one long night forces the pair to confront the realities of their friendship. Selected and screened at 40 + respected festivals worldwide (Austin SXSW, Edinburgh, Tokyo, Toronto ...) Aired on Channel 4 UK to an audience of 350,000 (Advertisers included Adidas & American Express) AWARDS in San Francisco (Silver Spire) Paris (Best European Film) Balogna (Most ImaginativeFilm) Running time: 42 minutes Produced by: Disruptive Element Films Directed by: Tinge Krishnan & Beth (Kotler) Azore Poetry courtesy of: Ani DiFranco
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LOOKING FOR GODOT part 1, 2000
This narrative/ documentary blend features original music by Jesse Zubot and Steve Dawson. Preceded by a pre-show "cartoon" it tells the tale of Godot's disappearance and her mother's effort to find her. Stars: Jo Jo Rideout, Michael Kennard, John Turner. Produced by Circusroad Shows in 2000. Written/Directed by Beth (Kotler) Azore. Filmed in SanFrancisco and beautiful British Columbia.
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LOOKING FOR GODOT part 2
This narrative/ documentary blend features original music by Jesse Zubot and Steve Dawson, and tells the tale of Godot's disappearance and her mother's effort to find her. Stars: Jo Jo Rideout, Michael Kennard, John Turner. Produced by Circusroad Shows in 2000. Written/Directed by Beth (Kotler) Azore. Filmed in SanFrancisco and beautiful British Columbia.
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FREE part 1
First half of Dax Xenis's feature film FREE. Produced by Beth (Kotler) Azore, this road trip drama features music by Canadian artists Linda Mcrae, Steve Dawson, Jesse Zubot and an award winning acting performance by William MacDonald.
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FREEpart2
Dax Xenis's tense and minimal road trip movie PART TWO
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Catching Rain PART 1
Running almost an hour in three part total, Catching Rain documents community efforts (local and international) coming together to build a water catchment in love rich, water poor UGANDA. Produced by Circusroad Shows, 2005. Filmmaker: Dax Xenis
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28:19
Catching Rain PART 2
Running almost an hour in three part total, Catching Rain documents community efforts (local and international) coming together to build a water catchment in love rich, water poor UGANDA. Produced by Circusroad Shows, 2005. Filmmaker: Dax Xenis
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28:00
Catching Rain PART 3
Running almost an hour in three part total, Catching Rain documents community efforts (local and international) coming together to build a water catchment in love rich, water poor UGANDA. Produced by Circusroad Shows, 2005. Filmmaker: Dax Xenis
Feature Films
SHORT FILMS
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The Myth of Sisyphus
Created as the cartoon warm up for "Looking for Godot" this low-fi telling of a classic greek myth is fodder for thought even on its own. Narrated by Beth (Kotler) Azore it features a "beer bottle" soundtrack by Steve Dawson and puppets by Alice (Bunce) Dawson and Leah Rosenberg.
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GIMME GIMME
Chosen by MTS and the WInnipeg Film Group to conceive and provide a short piece to premier at the "GIMME SOME TRUTH" Documentary Film Festival in it's inaugural year, Beth put together "GIMME GIMME" a somewhat satirical look at 'documentary' as a genre. copyright 2008 story, direction, and artwork by Beth Azore co-edited by Jeff McKay online: Deco Dawson
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NO JUSTICE NO PEACE
Crafted short from a live event held at the Manitoba Legislative Building in 2016. Rally hosts: Black Space Winnipeg, #blacklivesmatter Produced by MADEL MEDIA Inc. Featuring: Ras Rico, MC Bubba B, Adeline Bird Director: Beth Azore Music: Modulok, Franklin Fernando
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05:58
Monkey Life
Spend a few minutes with the monkeys (and their care givers) at the Assiniboine Zoo. Produced by New Projects Inc. in partnership with Bell MTS, this short film aired as part of "You Dig!" a Winnipeg discovery show for kids. Original music by THEO TZU and THE SILVER FOX
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06:01
Belter's BIG Beef
A short musical lesson on how City Hall is structured. Intended for young viewers as part of a Winnipeg Discovery Show we did for MTS TV called "You Dig!"
Short Films
MUSIC & MISCELLANEOUS
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Young Beth stands up!
Short excerpt from a self-penned comedy set, Laughlines Comedy Club, British Columbia.
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TANYA TAGAQ TRIO
TANYA TAGAQ, JESSE ZUBOT, AND JEAN MARTIN play two shows in Montreal's Theatre Jesu. This is eight minutes of one of them.
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TANYA TAGAQ TRIO
TANYA TAGAQ, JESSE ZUBOT, AND JEAN MARTIN play two shows in Montreal's Theatre Jesu. This is thirteen minutes of one of them.
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bradley-lullaby
old music video for pal Brad Ferguson, currently of "HUNTING - art rock band from BC
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MOTHER EARTH SONG
In the 8O's Ojibway artist SHINGOOSE (Curtis Jonnie) co-produced a program called "Indian Time" with his NATIVE MULTI MEDIA partner Don Marks. It celebrated Indigenous culture, and featured some of the community's top entertainers of the time. A young Buffy Ste. Marie, Max Gayle, and Charlie Hill joined the cast, and at their pilot episode taping Shingoose performed this song. In 2017 Madel Media created this video remix to celebrate Shingoose's 70'th birthday, and welcome him into his new role as "Baby Elder". Its message is as relevant now as it was then. Please enjoy. Song written and performed by: Shingoose "Indian Time" footage courtesy of: NATIVE MULTI MEDIA PRODUCTIONS Director: Beth Azore Produced by MADEL MEDIA Inc. 2017
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J. RILEY HILL
June 11, 2013 @ NATURAL CYCLE
Music Videos
COMMERCIAL & PUBLIC SERVICE
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RACHEL MARA SPRING/SUMMER COLLECTION 2009
RACHEL MARA SPRING COLLECTION 2009 filmed at a special sneak preview event for friends of moule' Location: Wpg. Academy Store Models: Next generation moule' women Produced by: circusroad shows and beth azaore Music by: ben lee, coco love alcorn, lykke li, k-os,
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Making the Law Work for Everyone
Challenges with access to justice across social-economic boundaries is addressed and positive solutions presented as "The Legal Help Centre" of Winnipeg is born through the support of community generosity.
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Beth Shoots Jack Layton
Jack Layton speaks to all Canadians in this excerpt from a Pep Rally held at Winnipeg's Ukranian Labour Temple. Shot by Beth Azore for Circusroad Shows, April, 2011
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RICHLU 4min Mini Doc
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Beth (Kotler) Azore Director's Reel
A compilation of some of the textures of Beth's early work.
Commercial & PSA
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