A New Brunswick filmmaker's adaptation of a Stephen King story is heading to one of the most prestigious cinematic institutions in the world. Jon Mann's short film Popsy will screen at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, marking a significant achievement for the Atlantic Canadian director.
From Page to Screen: The Stephen King Connection
The project represents a major milestone for Mann, who has brought one of King's lesser-known stories to life. Popsy is based on a short story from King's 1993 collection Nightmares & Dreamscapes, which features some of the horror master's most chilling tales.
Mann shared behind-the-scenes photos from the production, showing the careful attention to detail in bringing King's unsettling narrative to the screen. The adaptation maintains the atmospheric tension that has made King's work so enduringly popular among horror enthusiasts worldwide.
Recognition at the Academy Museum
The screening at the Academy Museum represents significant recognition for the New Brunswick filmmaker. The museum, which opened in 2021, has quickly become one of Los Angeles' premier cultural destinations, celebrating the art and science of moviemaking.
The Academy Museum screening places Mann's work alongside some of the most influential films in cinema history. For a Canadian filmmaker from New Brunswick to achieve this level of recognition speaks to the growing influence of Atlantic Canadian talent in the global film industry.
While specific screening dates and programming details for Popsy at the Academy Museum haven't been released, the announcement alone has generated excitement within Canada's film community and among Stephen King adaptation enthusiasts.
Canadian Talent in the Spotlight
This achievement highlights the continuing strength of Canada's film industry, particularly from regions outside the traditional production hubs of Toronto and Vancouver. New Brunswick has been developing its film infrastructure and talent pool in recent years, with projects like Popsy demonstrating the province's creative potential.
Mann's success follows a tradition of Canadian filmmakers making their mark with horror and genre films, a category where Canadian talent has frequently excelled. The Stephen King connection adds to this legacy, given the author's popularity and the consistent audience interest in adaptations of his work.
The screening at the Academy Museum provides international exposure not only for Mann but for the broader Canadian film community, potentially opening doors for other Atlantic Canadian filmmakers seeking global recognition for their projects.
