#FIRSTLOOK: “BOXCUTTER” GETS EXTENDED THEATRICAL RUN

The critically acclaimed Boxcutter will extend its theatrical cinema run in Toronto until June 26, 2025. Following its Toronto success, the film will open in additional markets noted below.

Cineplex Scotiabank, Toronto – Now Playing! Extended Run

Cineplex Morningside, Toronto – Now Playing! Extended Run

The Westdale, Hamilton – June 30 & July 1

VIFF Cinema, Vancouver – July 1 & July 4, 5, 6, 7

Winnipeg Cinematheque, Winnipeg – July 4 to July 6

The Revue, Toronto – July 5 & July 9*
*(Special Q & A screening with Ashton James & Producer Soko Negash)

The Tivoli, Charlottetown – July 11 to July 13

SYNOPSIS | Aspiring rapper, Rome, has all the talent and vision, but his crippling insecurity prevents him from sharing his music without a celebrity co-sign. When he learns that megastar producer Richie Hill will be making an appearance in Toronto’s Parkdale neighbourhood, Rome devises a plan to get his album into Richie’s hands.

However, disaster strikes when Rome’s apartment is burgled, and his only copy of the album is stolen.

With the help of his activist-artist friend Jenaya, Rome sets out on a frantic mission to track down his four producers and reassemble his album. As they scour the gentrifying city, Rome struggles with self-doubt, while Jenaya challenges his need for industry approval, advocating for art that is as accessible as it is expressive.

Hijinks ensue and their relationship is tested, but when Rome finally comes face to face with Richie Hill, he has a tough choice to make: finally pitch for that industry co-sign or take a leap of faith and bet on himself?

Directed & Produced by: Reza Dahya
Produced by: Soko Negash
Screenwriter: Chris Cromie
Director of Photography: James Klopko
Executive Producers: Rodrigo Bascunan, Anupa Mistry, Darby Wheller & Tania Sarra
Associate Producers: Kirthiga Rajanayagam & Alison Almeida
Composer: Harrison Robinson
Cast: Ashton James, Zoe Lewis & Viphusan Vani
Special guest Cameos: Rich Kidd, RUSSELL!, Clairmont the Second, Junia-T, Neema Naz and Marlon Palmer.