Morningside
This film has been a journey, and I’m beyond proud of the incredible cast that brought these characters to life:
Their talent and dedication made this project something truly special. Stay tuned for more updates and the release date! 🚀
CAST
* Olunike Adeliyi
* Kiana Madeira
* Alex Mallari Jr.
* Joanne Jansen
* Lovell Adams-Gray
* Brandon McKnight
* Fefe Dobson
* Kiki Hammill
* Agape Mngomezulu
* Jayne Kamara
* Orville Cummings
* Nathan Taylor
* Ryan Rosery
* Zahra Bentham
* Leighton Alexander Williams
* Shawna Stewart
* Kemdillo
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Martin Wojtunik @cinepapa_
PRODUCTION DESIGNER
Chiara Purdy @_________chi________
COSTUME DESIGNER
Caitlin Wright @caitliniswright
HAIR
Simone Finch @hairissimone
MAKEUP
Roxanne De Nobrega @roxannedenobrega
EDITED BY
Jovaughn Stephens @jovaughnstephens
MUSIC BY
ADRIAN BENT @abentimus
SHI WISDOM @oncebitten.twiceshi
WRITTEN BY
Joanne Jansen @aka.aussie
Ron Dias
PRODUCED BY
Ron Dias
Joanne Jansen
Craig Fleming
DIRECTED BY
Ron Dias
And a lot more Talented people. :) Soon Come!
🎬 BIG Picture Acquires MORNINGSIDE — First Stop: BBC + BBC iPlayer!
From Scarborough to the world. 🌍
What started as a six-year uphill battle became the blueprint for a new kind of Canadian distribution.
Morningside is now officially acquired by BIG Picture, with its international debut on BBC iPlayer, April 1 2026.
Founded by @Rondiastv – Ron Dias, @aka.aussie – Joanne Jansen, @gavatista – Gavin Sheppard, and @planetofcraig – Craig Fleming, BIG Picture is redefining how films, culture, and community connect on a global stage.
We’re proud to share this milestone with the BBC — proof that culture, community, and creators can move mountains. ✨
#BIGPictureFilms #Morningside #BBCiPlayer #CanadianFilm #ScarboroughMade #IndependentFilm #YouCantBuyCulture
Producers Ron Dias and Joanne Jansen saw an opportunity after they experienced difficulties with distribution on their film Morningside. The result? Big Picture, a distribution and creative marketing company they're launching with a focus on film promotion strategies and equitable profit- and revenue-sharing.
See the full article in the Link in Bio (subscription required).
📷: Jober Guevarra
Had the honour of being nominated in this year’s Canadian Screen Awards. Grateful to be in the room celebrating so many talented creatives
Styled by Shayla Anair @shaylaanair
📸✨ #canadianscreenawards #gala #events #thankful #awards
🎬 Excited to share my first Deadline post with the friends I've grown with! I'm involved in acting, writing, and producing this movie alongside @rondiastv , who's directing. The journey felt like navigating through a dark tunnel, but day by day, we persisted until finally seeing the light at the other end. We made it, and here we are now! Morningside will truly stand as a remarkable piece of art. Thank you to our Ron and Aussie Productions Team! 🌟 #MovieMakingJourney #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork ✨
