Industry Innovator Dominic Ewenson Launches New Production Company, French Toast Films
– Canadian production company launches with debut project, the horror feature Lice, providing service production for Kevin Connolly’s ActionPark Media –
TORONTO (September 2, 2025) – Championing bold, diverse voices and globally resonant stories, seasoned producer Dominic Ewenson today announced the launch of French Toast Films, a full-service Canadian production company dedicated to developing innovative and meaningful scripted content.
Coming off of the heels of its debut project Lice – a service production for U.S.-based ActionPark Media, starring Kevin Connolly, Emile Hirsch, and Justin Long – the company launches with a development slate of features and series spanning comedy, romance, and horror.
Dominic Ewenson (Photo credit: Oliver Martier)
With more than a decade of experience, Ewenson has produced 22 films and numerous commercials, building a reputation as both a skilled producer and line producer. His new venture represents a commitment to fostering the next generation of filmmakers while continuing to deliver content that resonates worldwide.
“Filmmaking should be fun, creative, and collaborative, but is so often slowed down by industry barriers and red tape. French Toast Films was born from the belief that filmmaking doesn’t have to follow the old rules,” said Dominic Ewenson. “We’re proving every day that you can challenge industry norms, support talent, and still deliver world-class results.”
Currently in post-production, with Ewenson also serving as co-producer on the film, Lice follows a deadly outbreak of the parasite at a Long Island high school in the 1980s. When the school goes under military lockdown, the itch-crazed students turn on each other in a desperate struggle to survive. Hirsch stars as burned-out science teacher Mr. Shanker, who finds new purpose as he investigates the bloodthirsty mites; Long as Principal Van, a man who is out of his depth and soon out of his mind; and Connolly as the tenacious Detective Sikorski, the desperate cop on the outside racing against time to contain the outbreak before it consumes the entire town.
Additionally, French Toast Films is currently in various stages of development on the following projects:
Carollers’ Crossing – Christmas comedy feature, produced by Ewenson alongside Rebecca Dalton and Genelle Williams. Currently seeking sales representation and set to film in 2026.
Financially Fabulous (10x30) – A queer financial advice series following advisor Aman Banwait as he travels across Canada helping young people manage their money in today’s fast-paced world
Hebrew School Dropout – A period comedy feature set in the late 1990s
Shared Spaces – A French/Italian/English romantic comedy set along the Mediterranean coast
For updates and more information, visit FrenchToastFilms.com and follow @french_toast_films (Instagram) and @FrenchToastFilmsCanada (Facebook).
About French Toast Films
Founded in 2023 by industry innovator Dominic Ewenson, French Toast Films is a full-service Canadian production company based in Hamilton, dedicated to developing and producing relevant, resonant scripted content. With a proven track record spanning narrative features, serialized television, and commercials that reach global audiences, the company delivers “world-class content” by challenging creative norms and spotlighting diverse voices.
Committed to collaboration, transparency, and efficiency, French Toast Films brings meaningful stories to life through strong partnerships with Canada’s top creative and technical talent. At its core, the company blends innovation with heart, making both the storytelling and the production process equally impactful.
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