Phil Desjardins

A pioneering auteur of the New Canadian Cinema, Phil Desjardins was born in 1965 in Quebec, Canada. His active directorial years spanned from 1990 to 2010, during which he dabbled predominantly in dramas and thrillers, with his most acclaimed movies being "L'Enfer du Nord" and "Frosted Glass", the latter earning him a Genie Award for Best Director. Desjardins' style is characterized by his deep exploration of human relationships encased in suspenseful narratives, often set against the backdrop of the harsh Canadian wilderness. The film community remembers Desjardins not just as a remarkable filmmaker, but as a passionate storyteller who brought the stark and beautiful realities of Canadian life to the silver screen.