Winner of TIFF’s Amplify Voices Award for Best Canadian Feature Film and Best Documentary at the Palm Springs International Film Festival / Nisha Pahuja’s acclaimed feature documentary To Kill a Tiger begins national theatrical tour in February

To Kill a Tiger is a story of how one familys strength can overcome even the most heinous injustices. Nisha is an incredibly powerful storyteller and her film is a triumph. Everyone should see it.

Mindy Kaling

Toronto – WEBWIRE

Toronto filmmaker Nisha Pahujas award-winning feature-length documentary To Kill a Tiger, co-produced by Notice Pictures and the National Film Board of Canada (NFB), will be screening in cinemas across Canada starting February 9.

In To Kill a Tiger, Ranjit, a farmer in Jharkhand, India, takes on the fight of his life when he demands justice for his 13-year-old daughter, the victim of a brutal gang rape. In India, where a rape is reported every 20 minutes and conviction rates are less than 30 percent, Ranjits decision to support his daughter is virtually unheard of, and his journey unprecedented.

At its world premiere at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), To Kill a Tiger won the Amplify Voices Award for Best Canadian Feature Film. Other notable awards include the Inspiring Voices and Perspectives Feature Film Award at Cinefest Sudbury and, most recently, Best Documentary at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. To Kill a Tiger was also named to Canadas Top Ten, an annual list of the countrys finest films selected by TIFF, and Pahuja was awarded the DOC Vanguard Award by the DOC Institute of Canada.

Confirmed tour dates include Toronto, Hamilton, Montreal, Vancouver and Edmontonfollowing a special TIFF Canadas Top Ten screening in Toronto on January 29.

National schedule

  • January 29 at 1 p.m. at the TIFF Bell Lightbox (Canadas Top Ten)
    In-person Q&A with director Nisha Pahuja
  • Opens February 9 at Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema in Toronto
    Kicking off with special post-screening Q&A on February 9, moderated by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Deepa Mehta, with director Nisha Pahuja and editor Mike Munn (Co-presented with the DOC Institute).
  • Opens February 10 at The Westdale in Hamilton
    In-person Q&A with director Nisha Pahuja February 11
  • Opens February 10 at Cinma du Parc in Montreal (in English and French)
  • Opens February 10 at the VIFF Centre in Vancouver
    Virtual Q&A with director Nisha Pahuja TBC
  • February 11 & 14 at the Metro Cinema in Edmonton

To Kill a Tiger by Nisha Pahuja (125 min)
Produced by Cornelia Principe and Nisha Pahuja for Notice Pictures, and David Oppenheim for the NFB. Executive produced by Andy Cohen, Anita Lee, Drew Dragoumis and Dr. Atul Gawande.
Press kit: mediaspace.nfb.ca/epk/to-kill-a-tiger

On the night of a family wedding in a village in India, Ranjits daughter is dragged into the woods and raped by three men. Ranjit takes on the fight of his life when he demands the accused be brought to justice. With tremendous access to all facets of the story, To Kill a Tiger charts the emotional journey of an ordinary man thrown into extraordinary circumstancesa father whose love for his daughter forces a social reckoning that will reverberate for years to come.

Nisha Pahuja is an Emmy-nominated filmmaker based in Toronto and Bombay, whose credits include Diamond Road (2007 Gemini Award for Best Documentary Series) and The World Before Her (2012; Best Documentary, Tribeca; Best Canadian Documentary, Hot Docs; Canadas Top Ten).

Reviews

A project like To Kill a Tiger only comes along when filmmakers truly care about their subjects the best Canadian film of the year. Pat Mullen, POV Magazine

Pahujas film is a novelistic study of strength coexisting with self-doubt, of that inspirational byword, perseverance: a human frailty that endures. Brendan Boyle, Cinema Scope

Told with immense compassion and bravery, To Kill a Tiger is Pahujas best film and one of the best documentaries at this years festival (TIFF). Thom Ernst, Northernstars.ca

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Note to media:

To Kill a Tiger deals with highly sensitive subject matter. While Ranjits daughters identity is carefully revealed within the context of the film, out of caution and respect for her and the familys privacy, we kindly request that her name or any identifying image not be used in any media coverage. The filmmaker recommends that Ranjits daughter or the pseudonym J be used as alternatives. We thank you for your understanding.

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Electronic Press Kit: mediaspace.nfb.ca/epk/to-kill-a-tiger

Associated Links

Notice Pictures
Toronto International Film Festival
Cinefest Sudbury
Palm Springs International Film Festival
DOC Institute of Canada
TIFF Bell Lightbox
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
The Westdale
Cinma du Parc
VIFF Centre
Metro Cinema

About the NFB

The NFB is Canadas public producer and distributor of award-winning documentaries, auteur animation, interactive stories and participatory experiences, working with talented creators across the country. The NFB is taking action to combat systemic racism and become a more open and diverse organization, while working to strengthen Indigenous-led production and gender equity in film and digital media. NFB productions have won more than 7,000 awards, including 12 Oscars. To access this unique content, visit NFB.ca.

Indy 500 winner Marcus Ericsson to race in Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia final

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This year’s winner of the world’s largest single sporting event – the Indy 500 – is set to star as the guest driver in the Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia’s final race weekend of the season. Ericsson will vie with the best drivers in the field and competes for the first time against his younger brother Hampus Ericsson.


Racing star Marcus Ericsson has announced that he will compete as a guest driver during the final race weekend of the year in the Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia, as well as in the final round of the Swedish GT championship. Ericsson will be the two series’ star guest at Mantorp Park on 1 October, and it will be a unique opportunity for the Indycar driver to meet his home racing fans.

2022 the most successful year in his racing career

“2022 has been the most successful year in my racing career,” says Ericsson. “It’s great to be able to finish this incredible season, after victory in the Indy 500, for the Swedish audience on my home turf and as a guest driver in the Swedish championship final. It’s a great opportunity to thank all the fans for the amazing support I’ve received.”


Earlier this year, Ericsson entered the history books when he crossed the finish line at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as the winner of the Indy 500. The classic oval speedway event is one of the three most prestigious races in motorsport, along with the Monaco Grand Prix and Le Mans 24 Hours, and is often billed as the world’s largest single sporting event: Ericsson won the race in front of 325,000 spectators in the grandstands.


There’s also a little added drama for Ericsson at this event, as he will compete against his younger brother for the first time. Hampus Ericsson is a top performer in the Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia and is one of the title contenders.


“Of course I hope to have plenty of pace, especially as I get the chance to race against my little brother Hampus,” says Ericsson. “I follow the championship, so I know how competitive the racing is – it’s going to be tough. This is my first race in a GT car, so there’s a lot to learn. The car has less downforce than an Indycar, it’s heavier and has the engine in the back so it’s quite different. It’s sure to be exciting.”


The Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia guest driver entry will be Ericsson’s first competition in Sweden since he raced karts as a youngster; the Indy 500 winner’s extensive international career in single-seater formula cars began at the age of 16.


Ericsson is part of the Porsche Experience Racing team and will be starting in a guest car run by Porsche Sweden. All drivers compete in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup models, so the racing action is very close.


“Having the reigning Indy 500 champion on the starting grid during the season finale of the Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia is of course quite unique,” says Raine Wermelin, Director, Porsche Sweden. “This will be a great chance for fans of racing to see Marcus Ericsson in the form of his life competing during the finals of the championship. Marcus choosing to drive with us is a great honour and we’d like to say a big thank you to Chip Ganassi Racing for helping to make it happen.”


Ericsson’s Indycar career began in 2019 and he has been with the legendary Chip Ganassi Racing since 2020. He has three race wins under his belt, including the 2022 Indy 500. He heads to the Swedish championship finals directly off the back of the Indycar season finale at Laguna Seca in California. With only two races left to run, Ericsson is in fourth place in the championship, just 17 points from the top spot and with 108 points left to play for.

3X Emmy Winner Dhomonique Murphy Gives Marketing Success Tips on MASTERS by Winn Claybaugh Podcast

Dhomonique Murphy is an Emmy-winning TV journalist, author, and strategic advisor. Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, she shares her journey with the intention of helping others and teaches companies how to build attention-getting marketing plans.

Dhomonique Murphy TV journalist, author, & advisor

Dhomonique Murphy TV journalist, author, & advisor

SANDY, UtahSept. 2, 2022PRLogDhomonique Murphy is a three-time Emmy-winning TV journalist, the bestselling author of RESET: Attitude Is Everything and RESET 2, and the founder and president of The Right Method, a full-service creative agency specializing in public relations, communications, social media, marketing, video and photo production, and executive presence.

With over 20 years of on-camera experience, Dhomonique is a nationally recognized speaker and interviewer, strategic advisor, Mrs. Virginia American 2020, and highly sought-out expert who helps corporations, government institutions, individuals, and companies capture attention, protect their reputation and brand, reach larger audiences, and close more sales through the RIGHT approach.

Established in 2013, The RIGHT Method is a Black-owned, woman-owned, creative agency with a dedicated staff and a large network of award-winning producers, writers, directors, cinematographers, videographers, editors, designers, marketers, and developers. Their superpower is positioning brands the RIGHT way so they can gain the recognition they deserve and increase their visibility, credibility, and profitability.

Dhomonique has appeared on The Steve Harvey Show, Essence, New York Times, HSN, Entrepreneur, Success, NBC, ABC, FOX, CBS, and countless local print and radio stations. In addition to her nine Emmy nominations and three wins, she received the 2020 National Salute to Excellence Award from the National Association of Black Journalists.

Interviewed by Winn Claybaugh, Dhomonique is a one-woman powerhouse, filled with dynamic and profound guidance. She embodies the power of storytelling as she shares her personal journey with the intention of helping others and teaches companies about branding and marketing. Dhomonique’s messages of “attitude is everything” and “chase excellence” are not just empty words as she tells companies how to be memorable, relatable, and authentic to build a marketing plan that captures attention.

About MASTERS by Winn Claybaugh

Winn Claybaugh has interviewed over 325 beauty and business professionals, artists, educators, and mentors for his popular MASTERS series. His MASTERS by Winn Claybaugh podcast features a new interview every month plus “classics” from the 20-year collection.

The MASTERS roster includes beauty industry luminaries like Vidal Sassoon, Yosh Toya, Sam Brocato, Robert Lobetta, Tabatha Coffee, Ruth Roche, Vivienne Mackinder, and Robert Cromeans, along with leaders outside the industry: actors Gary Sinise and Fran Drescher, inspirational speaker and author Tim Storey, best-selling author and wealth/wisdom advisor Patrice Washington, TV and radio personality Leeza Gibbons, Olympic gold medalist Peter Vidmar, American hero and double amputee Cedric King, Paralympic champion Mike Schlappi, Millennial-generation expert Lisa Orrell, hearing-impaired comedian and motivational speaker Kathy Buckley, anti-bullying expert Dr. Susan Swearer, Fred Jordan Mission president Willie Jordan, and more — telling their stories and sharing their wisdom to help you achieve the success you deserve!

Learn more at https://www.mastersbywinnclaybaugh.com and @WinnClaybaugh on social media.

LG a Big Winner at This Year’s Red Dot Award

Company Earns 25 Awards for Product Design Excellence, Including Three “Best of the Best” Accolades

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LG Electronics (LG) has taken home 25 honors from this year’s Red Dot Award, continuing its success at the prestigious annual design awards program. Among the company’s impressive haul were three Best of the Best accolades for the LG washer and dryer with an upgradability option, a new LG lifestyle OLED TV and the LG DualUp Monitor Ergo.


The LG washer and dryer pairs offers outstanding performance, a minimalist ‘flat’ design and can even be upgraded to meet the unique and changing needs of each customer. Another Best of the Best recipient is the new LG lifestyle OLED TV model, a product scheduled to be released this year. A part of LG’s Lifestyle OLED TV lineup, this stunning innovation offers maximum versatility, stylish spatial integration and more convenient ways to get things done.


LG’s third Best of the Best Red Dot honoree this year, the LG DualUp Monitor Ergo is designed to deliver a superior display experience with greater ergonomic comfort. Boasting a 16:18 aspect ratio, 2,560 x 2,880 resolution screen, a sleek, practical design and enhanced connectivity, the DualUp Monitor Ergo elevates user comfort with the ultra-adjustable and space-efficient LG Ergo stand, which clamps securely to most desks and tables.


In addition, the LG PuriCare AeroTower air purifier and the LG tiiun were recognized in the Innovative Product category. Other LG products honored at this year’s awards include the LG One:Quick Flex all-in-one display solution, LG UltraGearTM gaming laptop, LG OLED evo Gallery Edition and other OLED evo TV models, all lauded for their aesthetically pleasing and user-centric designs.


The Red Dot Award is one of the most prestigious competitions for product design, communication design and design concepts, with the distinctive Red Dot winner logo seen as a respected mark of quality around the world. This year, approximately 7,800 products were submitted for the jury’s consideration.


“We’re delighted to have so many of our innovations acknowledged by Red Dot again this year,” said Lee Chul-bae, senior vice president and executive head of LG Electronics’ Life Innovation Design Center. “Design that offers the best user experiences and the most aesthetic value is something we always strive for, so it is very meaningful to have our efforts recognized by one of the top design award programs in the world.”

Newfront is a Winner in 2022 FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program

 Newfront, a tech-enabled, full-service brokerage, today announced that it has been selected as winner in the sixth annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by FinTech Breakthrough, an independent market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global FinTech market today.

Newfront is an insurance brokerage that leverages technology to vastly simplify the buying process for clients and the selling process for brokers. Newfront is focused on providing world-class advisors to their clients via a deep bench of seasoned insurance advisors, risk management professionals, benefit consultants, and retirement service experts with specialization across 18 industries.

The platform connects risk and capital by removing the complexity and pain of transacting insurance. Newfront’s platform enables a shift from capturing data at a static point in time to analyzing a continuous data stream collected from public and private data sources. This improves client outcomes and is the foundation for new products that shift the business from annual policy cycles to a service that allows for continuous evaluation and management of client risk. Importantly, the data model and automated workflows modernize the way insurance is being done while delivering excellent client service.

“Insurance is essential to every modern business, yet most of the industry operates with outdated processes and antiquated technology, as many clients and brokerages spend excessive time on manual data entry and processes – time that clients could devote to their businesses and brokers could use to provide clients with expert risk management guidance,” said James Johnson, Managing Director, FinTech Breakthrough. “Newfront is energizing the industry’s evolution with a ‘breakthrough’ insurtech platform and service approach, creating new processes that provide better service for clients and better opportunities for brokers. Congratulations to the Newfront team on being our choice for ‘Best InsurTech Startup’ for 2022.”

The FinTech Breakthrough Awards is the premier awards program founded to recognize the FinTech innovators, leaders and visionaries from around the world in a range of categories, including Digital Banking, Personal Finance, Lending, Payments, Investments, RegTech, InsurTech, and many more. The 2022 FinTech Breakthrough Award program attracted more than 3,950 nominations from across the globe.

“We are thrilled to be recognized in this way by FinTech Breakthrough. While other companies are trying to disrupt the industry with technology, they are ignoring the relationship between brokers and the businesses that rely on their expertise. This failure to evolve represents a failure by the industry to serve the needs of today’s customers,” said Spike Lipkin, Newfront CEO. “At Newfront, we believe that there has never been a better time to innovate and transform the insurance transaction, adding improved service standards and new products. We’re at the start of this journey and are excited about how we are building the modern insurance experience to improve the industry for our clients.”

By bringing a scalable approach to service managed to SLAs, Newfont provides transparency that benefits clients, sets, and then exceeds their expectations. Additionally, Newfront relies on a client-centered culture and a long-term focus on entrepreneurial innovation. As such, in the past year, they launched the first digital client and broker experience in the insurance industry.

About Newfront

Newfront is transforming the delivery of risk management, employee experience, insurance, and retirement solutions by building the modern insurance platform. Transparent data delivered real-time translates into a lower total cost of risk and greater insights. Newfront makes insurance work for you.

Headquartered in San Francisco, Newfront has offices throughout California, Washington, Illinois, and New York and is home to more than 750 employees who serve clients across the United States and globally. Learn more about building the Modern Insurance Experience here.

About FinTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for technology innovation and leadership around the globe, the FinTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in Financial Technologies and Services companies and products. The FinTech Breakthrough Awards provide public recognition for the achievements of FinTech companies and products in categories including Payments, Personal Finance, Wealth Management, Fraud Protection, Banking, Lending, RegTech, InsurTech and more. For more information visit FinTechBreakthrough.com.

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