Our projects

Behind the scenes of “Echoes in Metal and Stone”!

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The final shooting days for our documentary took place at the stunning OENO Gallery, about 250 km from Toronto. Last week, our team — Maxim Kravchinsky and Artem Borodin — spent two immersive days with the brilliant sculptor Viktor Mitic, capturing the arrival and unloading of his monumental works and the meticulous preparation for his OXO series exhibition.  Despite the area’s notorious winds,…

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Exciting new updates from one of our documentary projects — “Dovlatov: Unknown Pages”!

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After a long and persistent search — almost like a real detective story — our team, Maxim Kravchinsky and Artem Borodin, have made a remarkable discovery: they found Sergei Dovlatov’s first love, living in Toronto.  This past Tuesday, they recorded an intimate two-hour interview with this charming woman — a truly touching and illuminating conversation.  Excerpts from the interview…

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Back on Set!

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We’re rolling again on A Darker Shade of Blue — capturing new scenes that dive even deeper into Keith Merith’s powerful story. From emotional re-enactments to striking visuals, this next chapter of filming brings us closer to the raw truth behind the badge. Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes glimpses, powerful interviews, and the journey of turning lived experience…

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Between the Wardrobe and the Window. A voice from Ukraine

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In Ukrainian, there is a word — spokutaty — which means much more than to apologize or ask for forgiveness. It means to atone, to admit guilt, to take responsibility and work through it. This idea comes from a spiritual and moral tradition: reconciliation through action and awareness. When past crimes remain unatoned, they do not disappear…

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Filming Update!

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We had an incredible day at the Aurora Public Library, shooting scenes for A Darker Shade of Blue  A huge thank you to the library team for welcoming us into this vibrant community space. Special appreciation to Staff Sergeant Shernett Williams, whose powerful presence and personal insight brought depth and authenticity to the project. This story continues to…

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A Darker Shade of Blue: Continuing the Mission, Honouring the Story

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At ECG Productions, we’re devoted to bringing human stories to light and giving a platform to voices that deserve to be heard. Our upcoming feature, A Darker Shade of Blue, offers our team—under Irina Volkova’s direction—an extraordinary chance to immerse ourselves in one remarkable life journey. This film is more than a memoir — it’s a…

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Beyond the Lens: The Creative Power of Sacred Brush

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 Working on a film involves not just shooting, interviews, and editing, but also the creative graphics brought to life by our talented designers. The Sacred Brush project is sure to surprise and inspire many viewers with its unique visual storytelling.  Directed by Maxim Kravchinsky  Cinematography by Artem Borodin Stay tuned for more updates from this exciting journey!…

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Forging Art: Behind the Scenes of Echoes in Metal & Stone

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 Last week, the film crew for Echoes in Metal & Stone spent the day shooting at a metal fabrication plant in Barrie, where our talented protagonist Lilly Otasevic brings her impressive monuments to life.  Directed by Maxim Kravchinsky  Cinematography by Artem Borodin Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes moments as we continue this incredible journey! #ecgproductionscanada #EchoesInMetalAndStone #behindthescenes…

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On Set | CODE 4.5.0

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This week, we filmed a powerful moment with our main character Marichka, who took part as a speaker at the Nordic Connect Conference. She joined the panel discussion “Preserving Languages and Stories Through Music” — sharing her experience as a musician who has spent years gathering Ukrainian folklore songs from villages across the country. Marichka spoke about the deep…

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“At One Table” at the Toronto Women Film Festival

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We’re thrilled to share that our feature drama At One Table has won an award at the Toronto Women Film Festival’s seasonal competition!  The film follows a Ukrainian woman who escapes the war and finds shelter in Canada — only to end up in the home of Russian emigrants who support the invasion of her country. As she reveals…

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