Xavier Dolan has captivated critics and audiences around the world with his debut feature film J’ai tué ma mère / I Killed My Mother. A compelling work exploring the complex and explosive relationship between a teenage boy, Hubert (played by Dolan), and his mother, Chantal (Anne Dorval), the film is an intimate and poignantly funny portrait of modern-day family strife.
The Claude Jutra Award recognizes outstanding achievement by a first-time feature filmmaker. Established in honour of renowned Quebec director Claude Jutra, this special award is chosen by the Genie Nominating committee, a group comprised of Academy members, filmmakers, and industry professionals from across Canada.