crocodile eyes

(77 min. 2024)

“crocodile eyes” is a portrait of a four-generation family as they navigate death and birth, and the life in between. Captured in a series of un-hinged vignettes, the film unfolds a dual purpose: as a meditation on the cycles of life, and as a deconstruction of the filmmaking process via the rules of DOGME95.

Content Note: This film contains real death and birth.

Inspired by — The humanity of Agnes Varda

The humour and passion of John Cassavetes

The movement of Bob Fosse and Miranda July

The provocation of DOGME95

ONE(NINE)

(83 min. 2021)

During the COVID-19 pandemic

Nine filmmakers

Isolating in different parts of the world

Join to make a film

ONE(NINE) is a timeless multiversal experience

of what it means to find connection in a time of isolation.

THE WORLD OR NOTHING (EL MUNDO O NADA)

WORLD PREMIERE HOT DOCS

(84 min. 2019)

“The World or Nothing is a tender look at the millennial search for online fame, the immigrant dream of “making it” and the inspiring bonds of brotherly love.” Written for Hot Docs by Aisha Jamal

“Ingrid Veninger’s feature films have always had a naturalistic, vérité feel to them, playing with the boundaries between narrative fiction and real-life events… The World or Nothing reverses that polarity: it’s a true story about people who are constantly performing.” Norm Wilner, NOW Magazine

“A film about youth, and hope, and optimism, and that desire to take on the world when anything feels possible.” Pat Mullen, POV Magazine

“Veninger is the perfect choice to document the siblings’ as-yet-unattained entertainment industry glory. The World or Nothing is a film made by a filmmaker who knows precisely what her subjects are going through. While Rubert and Rubido are captivating and charismatic on their own, Veninger never unnecessarily skews their journey for added drama or catharsis. It’s a film about hard working artists doing their best in a global economy that’s downright toxic for creative types.” Andrew Parker, The Gate

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PORCUPINE LAKE

WORLD PREMIERE TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

(84 min. 2017)

A story of bravery and the secret world of girls during a fateful summer when adulthood has not yet arrived, but childhood is quickly vanishing.

“Veninger has bottled that very precise moment when a young girl is trying to figure out the woman she’s going to become.” Chris Knight, National Post

“Sensitively explores feminine coming-of-age.” Kate Erbland, IndieWIRE

“A film of heart and prickly specificity.” Angelo Muredda, Cinema Scope

“A story every woman carries inside her.” Melissa Leo, Academy Award Winner

“Assured, subtle storytelling by director/screenwriter Ingrid Veninger.” Marsha Lederman, The Globe & Mail

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HE HATED PIGEONS

WORLD PREMIERE ROTTERDAM INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

(80 min. 2015)

A slow-burning odyssey about love and loss featuring newcomer Pedro Fontaine in the title role of Elias, a young man who travels from the Northern Atacama Desert to the southern Patagonian edge of Chile on a cathartic journey of the spirit, and to fulfill the wish of his mysteriously deceased lover.

HE HATED PIGEONS was conceived to be presented with a uniquely improvised, ever-changing live score. Linked with the uncertainty of the protagonist’s journey, the audience is part of something which has its own intrinsic impermanence.

“Bringing to mind the dreamy road trip of Jim Jarmusch’s Dead Man”. Spiro Economopoulos, Melbourne Queer Film Festival

“A one-off bespoke experience which blends cinema and performance.” Wendy Ide, Screen International at IFFR

“This film is a remarkable experience not soon forgotten.” Jason Gorber, Twitch Film

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THE ANIMAL PROJECT

WORLD PREMIERE TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

(90 min. 2013)

After an unusual and inspiring dream, an unorthodox theatre director (Aaron Poole) attempts to push a group of eager young performers out of their comfort zones, while struggling with his own ability to live and authentic and fulfilling life with his teenage son (Jacob Switzer).

★★★★ “The reigning queen of lo-fi Canadian cinema has upped her game without abandoning any of her characteristic whimsy.” Norm Wilner, NOW Magazine

★★★★ “simultaneously as touching as it is hilarious.” Sean Kelly, Toronto Film Scene

★★★★ “THE ANIMAL PROJECT offers a First-Rate Cast in a terrific ensemble piece.” Greg Klymkiw, The Film Corner

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i am good person/i am a bad person

WORLD PREMIERE TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

(82 min. 2011)

“Veninger’s intimate character studies recall the early works of iconic filmmakers Claude Jutra and Allan King… A skilled demolisher of boundaries, she presents visions of the human experience that are at once bold and genuine.” Martin Bilodeau, TIFF

“i am a good person/i am a bad person shows keen insight into the contradiction between being artistically provocative and a responsible parent at the same time.”Peter Debruge, Variety

“As Sofia Coppola did for Lost in Translation, Veninger uses naturalistic acting, keep cultural observations and deadpan comedy to excellent effect.” Peter Howell, Toronto Star

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MODRA

WORLD PREMIERE TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

(80 min. 2010)

A portrait of teenage self-discovery against the backdrop of a village in Slovakia.

“Veninger displays a confident control of tone and pacing… a prime example of heartfelt DIY filmmaking that really works… poignantly alert to the nuances of teen life, perfectly capturing that confusing betwixt-and-between time…” Alissa Simon, Variety

“[Hallie] Switzer and [Alexander] Gammal are naturals… Veninger’s deceptively relaxed style captures every glance, outburst and hesitation.” Norman Wilner, NOW Magazine

“Connection, conflict, local colour and teenage confusion are rendered with intimacy and lightness of touch.”  Jason Anderson , Toronto Star

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