FIVE2NINE

03/01/2024

WATCH NOW: Renaissance (5 min)

My short film Renaissance is now live and available for viewing.

A nice write up that captures the film well:

"Renaissance" a captivating short film by filmmaker Mike McKay, has left audiences worldwide in awe with its poignant storytelling and breathtaking visuals.
Featured at prestigious film festivals such as Banff and Mountainfilm, this cinematic gem garnered widespread acclaim, culminating in the prestigious Best Short Film award at VIMFF.

At the heart of the film are mesmerizing performances of local dancer and climber, Emily Rudenberg, whose graceful movements against the rugged backdrop of nature serve as a powerful metaphor for resilience and transformation.

McKay's direction and Rudenberg's captivating presence intertwine to create a truly unforgettable cinematic experience, resonating deeply with audiences and reaffirming the beauty of the human spirit amidst life's challenges."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hh8xV5hL55I

Featuring Emily Rüdenberg
Edited by Nick Paquette
Additional Cinematography Heather Mosher & Dylan Page
Production assistant VJ Ina

Please enjoy.

A ballet dancer finds her true expression through rediscovering her passion for movement in the mountains.A film by Mike McKayFeaturing Emily RudenbergEdited...

12/22/2023

WE ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS…..still
(& this time we are giving you the correct email 😹 )

Email [email protected] is the REAL email to reach out to if you are up to the task!

Dec 28
Doors open 2pm
Must be able to arrive 15min early at the Mayfair Theatre

Screening:
The Cent Cols Challenge & other films
Details: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/754119540847?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come watch some great adventure films & lend a hand!

Things like:
- turning lights on and off
- scanning tickets
- pressing buttons
- using the Eventbrite app

….will get you a free ticket to a great show at the Mayfair Theatre!

(dm or discussion on this post/channel will not be monitored regularly)

12/13/2023

We are screening our new film on Dec 28 2pm at the Mayfair Theatre

Known as one of the hardest cycling challenges in the world, the Cent Cols Challenge is brutally simple by definition:
Climb 100 mountain passes in 10 days.

Looking for something to do over the holidays? Join us for a matinee feature film presentation following local cyclists Rob Orange & Greg Reain on their pursuit to conquer this incredible feat of riding.

A series of other short films will also be screened.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/754119540847?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/27/2022

5 years in and the media collective keeps getting more and more finely tuned.

This past September we descended on Kenauk Nature for a moody fall shoot. The results were incredible.

This short reel is a good example of storytelling in a small package that features a number of the brands we were shooting for.

Esquif -- Bending Branches -- Salus Marine Wear -- Kenauk Nature

Camera / Operators: Dylan Page / Mike McKay
Photography: Carley McEvoy
Production: FIVE2NINE

10/18/2022

Kenauk Nature
Esquif
Bending Branches
Salus Marine Wear

10/18/2022

Kenauk Nature
Salus Marine Wear
Bending Branches
Esquif

10/18/2022

Five2Nine Outdoor Brand Media Collective

Level Six
Kuma Outdoor Gear
Kenauk Nature
Bending Branches
Esquif
Salus Marine Wear
Tourisme Outaouais

10/17/2022

F2N BTS

09/23/2022

Over the past 7 years I have had the pleasure of working with my friend and colleague Jaya Krishnan in producing a documentary story about his life, his art and his passion for sharing with the kids of Cambodia.

I have been able to witness so many joys from his work and impact with people everywhere.

In that time we have been capturing this for a documentary that we have recently concluded filming.

Here is a sample of some of the work we have done:

https://youtu.be/dv4vTL610XI

You can learn more about the project and how you can support it here:

https://www.gofundme.com/jaya-documentary





As sample from our upcoming documentary production entitled 'Jaya'. To support our production please visit our Go Fund Me page here:https://www.gofundme.co...

12/14/2021

What started as a last minute project for our team ended up being one of the great projects of 2021 for us.

Not only was the subject matter very interesting but the team at Ottawa Riverkeeper - Garde-rivière des Outaouais was super interesting, engaged from start to finish, and open to work with us on the creative side of things.

Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ar7uKiEv3HA

This is a really cool initiative for our region and all the creeks, streams and rivers that we play on.

RBC: keep up the great work in funding projects of this kind!

"What is the health of the Ottawa River?" This is a question Ottawa Rivekeeper is often asked. However, the answer, especially for a system as complex as the...

12/08/2021

Throwing it back to 2015.

Stepping out of the comfort zone.....creatively.

Right in the comfort zone physically.

What role does silence have in all this noise? A paddler stands at the edge of the river, the whitewater rolling with deafening force. It exists in a realm far…