Production Begins on Archie
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PRINCIPAL PRODUCTION BEGINS ON A.R.C.H.I.E. REGINA, Saskatchewan (June 1, 2015) – Principal photography has commenced on Trilight Entertainment’s feature film A.R.C.H.I.E. in Saskatchewan. A.R.C.H.I.E. will be distributed worldwide through Double Dutch International. The family feature film is written and directed by Robin Dunne, Produced by Shayne Putzlocher, Glenn Paradis, Sara Shaak, Joan Speirs and Executive Produced by Tina Bates, Jack Tunnicliffe, and Jason Moring. A.R.C.H.I.E. (Artificial Robotic Canine Hyper-Intelligence Experiment) tells the enchanting tale about a young girl named Isabel, who makes friends with A.R.C.H.I.E. – a robotic dog who possesses many special abilities. The film explores the universal themes of the power of friendship; the importance of being true to one’s self, and what it means to belong. A.R.C.H.I.E. stars Katharine Isabelle (Ginger Snaps, American Mary), Robin Dunne (Sanctuary, Space Milkshake), Fred Ewanuick (Corner Gas, Just Friends), Farrah Aviva (Bates Motel, Swindle), Sarah Desjardins (Into the Grizzly Maze, Clue) and Jonathan Whitesell (The Unspoken, The Hollow). Financed in partnership with Clairwood Capital, the production of A.R.C.H.I.E. in Saskatchewan brings a significant boost to the production community and marks the first of a number of projects Trilight and Clairwood will shoot throughout Canada over the next while. “Clairwood strongly believes in Trilight Entertainment and the team that has been assembled for A.R.C.H.I.E. It’s a classic story with all the elements to be a financial success internationally” says Clairwood Capital President and Producer, Glenn Paradis. “Trilight has grown substantially in our partnership with Clairwood Capital. A.R.C.H.I.E. is the first of many productions we have planned as a team and am happy to bring the first one back to Saskatchewan.”, says Producer and Trilight Entertainment President, Shayne Putzlocher. “I drew inspiration for A.R.C.H.I.E from some of the classic films I loved growing up”, said Writer/Director Robin Dunne. “Our goal is to make a modern film with a vintage feel that will resonate with audiences of all ages through its humor and heart”. / 2 ABOUT TRILIGHT ENTERTAINMENT – Trilight Entertainment (www.trilight.ca) is a media production company based in Calgary, AB. Partners Shayne Putzlocher, Glenn Paradis, and Sara Shaak bring a variety of experience in production, financing, and business development in order to produce high concept feature film and television productions. A.R.C.H.I.E. marks the sixth project produced by Trilight Entertainment in recent years. ABOUT CLAIRWOOD CAPITAL – Clairwood Capital (www.clairwoodcapital.com) is a media financing company that manages investments in a select portfolio of independent film and television projects with a number of partners. For more information: Shayne Putzlocher Sara Shaak [email protected] [email protected] PHOTOS AVAILABLE TO ACCOMPANY ARTICLES Photo from Tech Survey in Regina Beach (Director Robin Dunne on Park Bench) Cosmo as “Archie” For hi res copies of Stills for media use, please download from attached link: http://tinyurl.com/py7r6za .