Family is our greatest strength—and our deepest vulnerability. Meet Xing Mei, a young warrior navigating loyalty, survival, and the legacy of her clan. @xingermovie #wuxia #martialartsfamily #siblingbonds #warriorspirit #martialartsmovies #kungfucinema #asianactioncinema #betrayalandloyalty #asianstorytelling #culturalcinema #indiefilm

A year in review: staying at @suttonplacehotels in #halifax during our location scout in August for @quietcanadiansmovie We had a great experience with the hotel. Film company rates are always a nice perk of the job, but the vicinity of the hotel was perfect for us to walk around on our own and find locations suitable for the movie. @screen_ns was amazing to meet with and we are excited about filming in Nova Scotia. #canadafilm #spythriller #spymovie #novascotia

What’s better than a gripping spy thriller? One that’s tax-deductible! Thinking about taxes as the year winds down? If you’re planning to exceed the 2024 standard deduction, we’ve got a creative way to support independent film and make it count: The Quiet Canadians—our Canadian spy film uncovering a story of conspiracy, corruption, and courage—has been accepted into a fiscal sponsorship program known for raising millions to support indie filmmakers. Translation: Donations to The Quiet Canadians are tax-deductible! Supporting independent film while managing your taxes? That’s a win-win. Learn more and donate here: https://habethyfilms.allyrafundraising.com/ It’s Giving Tuesday, and this is a fun and memorable gift opportunity. Not the right time? No problem—your likes, shares, and support mean the world to us. Stay tuned as we continue bringing The Quiet Canadians closer to reality. Your help makes this mission possible. Disclaimer: The Quiet Canadians is a fiscally sponsored project of [Sponsoring Organization], a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible within the limits of current federal law. Please consult your tax advisor for details. No goods or services will be provided in exchange for this gift. @fromtheheartproductions #SpyThrillers #FiscalSponsorship #TaxDeductible #SupportIndieFilm #IndependentCinema

When the stakes are life and death, trust becomes the ultimate gamble. #spythriller #canadiancinema

Having a Plan B is a crutch. Not because it’s “wrong” to have a backup, but because it assumes you’ll fail before you even start. Filmmaking isn’t about guarantees. It’s about trusting your ability to: -Solve problems with limited resources. -Adapt when your lead actor cancels the day of the shoot. -Build momentum even when funding seems impossible. The truth? If you’re waiting for Plan B, you’re stealing time and energy from Plan A. The magic of making movies is in the process: -Hit a wall? Learn how to climb it. -Budget cut? Build a smarter, leaner plan. -Doubters in your circle? Use it as fuel to prove them wrong. No filmmaker has ever created a masterpiece with a safety net. Great films don’t come from certainty. They come from relentless commitment, creative risk, and a refusal to quit. So, instead of asking: “What’s my fallback?” Ask: “How can I make Plan A unstoppable?” You’re not just a filmmaker. You’re a problem-solver, a visionary, and a force of nature. Bet on your ability to learn, build, and adapt. It’s the only plan you’ll ever need. Like what you are reading? Check out my Filmmaker’s Notebook for deeper dives into topics like this: https://newsletter.habethyfilms.com

People support people. It’s not just about your movie or cause, it’s about you as a person and as a human being. Make human connections. Host people, even zoom calls where you get face to face. Be real. If you like this, we have an article on this as well: https://newsletter.habethyfilms.com/posts/networking-as-a-filmmaker Pictured here: @officialjovanna @jeffgonek @unknownmariel @devinkotlowski @sadie_silcock on set for @13milesmovie

Developing The Quiet Canadians. Deadly conversations happen in silence. @quietcanadiansmovie @epptri @helena_thom #spythriller #canadianfilmmakers

@helena_thom @epptri Producers dressed up and hit the ball! @quietcanadiansmovie @thekeltyfoundation

Cheers to the President of @thekeltyfoundation and our @quietcanadiansmovie Co-Producer @teganbmoss for an amazing event! Such an inspirational moment and community. As was said, we are all now a part of the mission and movement to support each other. #mentalhealthawareness

Party is ON! @thekeltyfoundation