Film Production With The Best
The Films.Solutions team
Films.Solutions brings together Canada’s best crews—from DOPs and sound specialists to camera teams and fixers. Led by Richard, Émilie and Luka, our nationwide network ensures every production, in every province, has the right expertise to succeed.
The Team
Richard Duquette
Émilie Marchand
Luka Sanader
Director For Hire
Arshad Khan
Stephan Parent
Shaping ‘A Brief History of The Future’
From scouting and access to bilingual crews, sound, permits and cold-weather logistics, Films.Solutions delivered the Canadian backbone for A Brief History of the Future. This behind-the-scenes case study shares our approach to planning, safety and cinematography—turning tight schedules into on-time,
The Magic of Filming in the Laurentides: A Complete Guide to Quebec’s Premier Production Paradise
From Mont-Tremblant peaks to lakeside villages and deep forests, the Laurentides (Laurentians) offer cinematic range minutes from Montréal. This guide covers locations, permits, winter access, crews and gear—plus practical logistics for commercials, features and documentaries. Films.Solutions assembles the right team
Discover the Baie-James Region: A Film Production Adventure
From endless taiga to hydro corridors and tundra lakes, the James Bay and Trans-Taiga roads deliver epic scale—and serious planning. This field guide covers access, Indigenous permissions, winter/blackfly seasons, fuel and comms, car-to-car and drone work. Films.Solutions assembles Arctic-ready crews
Mi-drive with Mazda CX-50 Hyrid
We put the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid to work like a film crew would—scouting roads, hauling cases and living on maps/comms. This review covers cargo use, roof-rack options, AWD stability, comfort over long days, and why a fuel-efficient hybrid helps budgets
Richard Duquette
Chief Solutions Officer & Director of Photography
Richard is the driving force behind Films.Solutions, combining decades of cinematography experience with a producer’s precision. As a DOP, he has worked in extreme environments—from the Arctic to the deserts of North Africa—capturing compelling visuals for broadcasters and streamers worldwide. His dual role as CSO ensures that every production benefits from both creative vision and logistical mastery.
Émilie Marchand
Chief Happiness Officer & Editor
Émilie balances creativity and efficiency, overseeing post-production with an editor’s eye for detail while also ensuring smooth communication between clients and crew. She is the cornerstone of our collaborative spirit, managing workflows and guaranteeing that every project maintains its emotional and artistic impact.
Luka Sanader
Camera Specialist -Technical Coordinator
Luka is the technical mind on set, with expertise spanning cameras, rigs, and new technologies. From prepping multi-camera shoots to managing cutting-edge gear, he ensures that every production runs seamlessly and that every shot reaches its full visual potential.