CanaMAX - In Production
Wait, what??? IMAX is a Canadian invention?
CanaMAX is a micro-documentary that uncovers the origin story of the world’s most immersive film format and celebrates the fact that it’s proudly Canadian. For now, we’re creating Episode One, titled “Wait, what?” capturing the energy, curiosity, and cinematic spirit of what we hope will become a larger project.
Shot guerrilla style with a social media sensibility yet crafted with a cinematic touch, the film follows Christine as she dives into the IMAX origin story. Armed only with an iPhone and contagious enthusiasm, she steps inside one of only thirty remaining 70mm IMAX projection booths, using playful visual metaphors and side-by-side comparisons that make the technical feel tangible and fun.
CanaMAX is a love letter to IMAX, to Canada, and to Canadian innovation.
PRODUCTION COMPANY
Cook Productions
PRODUCER
Douglas Cook
PRODUCER
Christine Salinas
DIRECTOR / CINEMATOGRAPHER / EDITOR
Douglas Cook
HOST
Christine Salinas
CAMERA ASSIST AND BTS PHOTOGRAPHER
David Cheung
CINEMAGRAPHS AND MOTION GRAPHICS
Mark Gervais
IMAX PROJECTIONISTS
Milissa McCarthy
Ken Vigar

