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A photo of five documentary posters surrounding the Absolutely Canadian logo. Clockwise from left; A dog's face close to the camera with the title Block Dog at the top with white text; Be Taylor in bright text above a woman's head. She's standing with her hands stretched and arms open; Space for a Scene in white text above a man and a woman performing on stage; Lined paper wih the woods Voices of Freedcom coming from it, surrounded by music notes; and The Camino in white text over a man walking on a mountainous trail.
Each month Absolutely Canadian regional producers from across the country make their picks of documentaries for you to watch. They release their April picks in time for National Film Day on April 16.


Absolutely Canadian is a national series showcasing documentaries that tell unique stories from communities across Canada. 

All programs are produced locally and highlight the works of independent filmmakers in each region. 

Here are five picks for this month, all from Season 24 of Absolutely Canadian. Go to CBC Gem and click on the Season 24 to see the complete season. They're free to watch!

The Camino

A man walks in a rugged dirt path with nearby hills and mountains. He is sporting a hat, wearing a black backpack and is using a walking stick.
A Montrealer walks the physically and spiritually challenging Camino de Santiago trail in Spain for 40 days, a fraction of his decade-long quest to find his place in the world. 
Directed by: Jordan Coppola

Be Taylor

A young woman with long brown hair in a black top, extends her hands on each side of her and looks up. Above her are the words: Be Taylor in pink text on a red background.
A young queer woman from Windsor, Ontario aims to overcome her mental health struggles and regain her confidence by embarking on a journey of self-love, self-discovery, and stand-up comedy. Directed by: Gemma Eva

Voices of Freedom

Winnipeg composer Tetyana Haraschuk channels Ukrainian refugees' stories in the powerful new documentary, Voices of Freedom. On a quest to understand  the war in her homeland, the Ukraine-born musician connects with refugees and transforms their misery into melody. Read More. 
Directed by: Sam Karney

Space for a Scene

A man in a black toque and a woman in an orange top are on stage performing. She is singing into the microphone.
Space for a Scene highlights the connections in the Halifax music scene, regardless of genre. It features performances from Road to the Junos 2024. Read More. 
Directed by: Jeff Miller 

Block Dog

A glimpse into the lives of eight dogs brought together in BC's wilderness as the steadfast companions and fierce protectors of a young crew of intrepid tree planters.
Directed by: Everett Bumstead


Watch Free on CBC Gem  Click on Season 24 to see the complete season.


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