Toronto Indie Coming-of-Age ‘Boxcutter’ Trailer Starring Ashton James

“Even if it doesn’t work out, at least I tried…” Film Movement has debuted the trailer for a Canadian indie film titled Boxcutter, about an aspiring rapper goes on a quest across the gentrifying streets of Toronto to find his music in time for the event that could change his life. It premiered at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival earlier this year and drops in limited theaters starting today (on October 24th) heading to VOD next month. After aspiring rapper Rome’s apartment is burgled, and his only copy of his music stolen on his laptop, he devises a plan with the help of his friend Jenaya to track down his four producers & reassemble his album in time for an event with megastar music producer Richie Hill. Starring Ashton James as Rome, with Zoe Lewis, Viphusan Vani, Clairmont The Second, Matthew Worku, & Rich Kidd. Per the description, the film offers a gritty, heartfelt coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of Toronto’s vibrant music and art scene. Boxcutter dives into the hustle & grind of independent artistry, exploring the lengths one will go to to protect their passion and dreams. Looks like another great indie discovery this year – worth a watch. // Continue Reading ›