Equal parts artist, educator and digital explorer, Michael J Pearson is a man of many hats. Deeply educated on Artificial Intelligence (with a specific interest on it's intersection upon ethics and creativity), Michael has collaborated on award-winning films and theatrical productions, actively educates the next generation of artists as an Ontario certified teacher of English and Dramatic Arts, with over ten years experience growing and directing youth camps from the ground up. Somewhere in there he also managed to fit in five years as an exotic animal handler under the moniker "Madagascar Mike". Snakes and sugargliders aside, Michael is simply a creative human with an insatiable curiosity and endless drive to tell stories that entertain and invite critical thought.
Aim High
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Film (short)
by Rising Films / Daniel McGuire (Short)
Brody Brody is on his way to save his deteriorating relationship with Clare. Unfortunately for him, she’s not considering a break-up. She’s considering a murder. Chilling inner-demons battle with a hopeless romantic in this visually striking dark comedy.
The Vigilante
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Film
Actor
The Mechanical Boy
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Film
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Self Prescribed
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Film
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Best Short - Social Distance Film Festival (Toronto)
(2020)
Award of Excellence - CanadaSHORTS Film Festival
(2019)
Audience Choice Award - Hamilton Fringe Festival
(2016)
Critics Choice Award - Hamilton Fringe Festival
(2015)
Brock University (St Catharines, ON)
(2007-2012)