About
Venn Diagram Films is a Nova Scotia-based production company dedicated to crafting compelling narratives and visual experiences that captivate, inspire, and provoke thought. Founded and led by Indigenous award-winning filmmaker Stephanie Joline, and acclaimed cinematographer Paul McCurdy.
Stephanie Joline www.stephaniejoline.com
Stephanie Joline is an Indigenous writer, director, and producer based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Equally adept at film and television, Stephanie's stories provoke conversation, break boundaries, and are deeply rooted in inclusivity and feminism.
Her feature films include 'Night Blooms' (2022), a coming-of-age story set in the 1990s, and 'Play Your Gender' (2016), a documentary that pulls back the curtain on gender bias in the music industry.
She has also directed for television and streaming platforms;
'Women of This Land' 2024 documentary series for CBC; 'Warrior Up' 2024 factual series for APTN; 'Farm Crime' 2023 true crime documentary webseries for CBC Gem; 'Words Matter' 2022 short documentary for CBC; 'Stream Me' 2021 TV Movie, Hollywood Suite; 'Spirit Talker' 2019 factual series for APTN.
In 2020, she was awarded the Irving Avrich Award from TIFF, recognizing rising Canadian talent. The following year, she was long-listed for the DGC Discovery Award, and in 2022, she won her first Canadian Screen Award for directing in the factual television category.
Paul McCurdy www.paulmccurdy.com
Paul is a cinematographer with a multifaceted portfolio, including documentary, commercial, and feature narrative work. His ability to seamlessly merge diverse experiences and techniques makes him a sought-after collaborator in the world of visual storytelling.
The award-winning feature film, 'Night Blooms,' showcased Paul's skill in crafting captivating visuals; it earned a nomination for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography at the Nova Scotia Screen Awards in 2022. One of Paul's most remarkable achievements is having his work displayed in the prestigious Guggenheim rotunda, a testament to his ability to create visuals that transcend conventional boundaries.
Paul's documentary credits include compelling projects like 'Farm Crime,' CBC's 'POV: Sickboy,' 'Drag Kids, 'Assholes: A Theory,' and 'Gun Killers' for the National Film Board (NFB). On the commercial front, Paul's roster of clients includes Intel, McDonald's, and Ford. His narrative work includes Red Bull, Discovery ID, History, CBC, and PBS.