On April 17th Newfoundland and Labrador native, Christian Sparkes, brought his latest film back to St. John's for a hometown premiere of THE KING TIDE. In partnership with VVS Films and Telefilm Canada, the evening coincided with National Canadian Film Day and celebrated the film’s cast and crew led by Frances Fisher, including Willow Kean, Amelia Manuel, Charlotte Reid, and producer Allison White. They were joined by Telefilm Canada’s Mehernaz Lentin and Lori McCurdy, PictureNL’s Laura Churchill, CelebrateNL’s Caroline Orsborn, and the Honourable Steve Crocker, NL Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts & Recreation.
'THE KING TIDE' ARRIVES IN THEATRES APRIL 26!
Synopsis: In the aftermath of a bad storm, the residents of a secluded island village discover a mysterious child awash on their shores. The only thing more curious than her origins is the fact that the child possesses healing powers. Believing their island to be the best place to raise this miracle child, the village cuts themselves off from the rest of the world and keeps her existence a secret.
But after ten years of peace and prosperity, tragedy strikes and reveals deep seeded conflicts within the community. Torn over the belief that the child exists for some larger purpose, the town is thrust into violent opposition. As their democracy cracks and falters, some residents plot to sneak the child off the island, only to discover the lengths that some residents will go to keep her within their grasp.
(Poster/Photo/Video credit: VVS Films)