Too Opinionated Interview: Fitch Jean

"It Comes in Waves," the powerful debut feature film from Haitian Canadian filmmaker Fitch Jean, claimed five prestigious awards, Including Outstanding Feature Film at the 25th Anniversary Reelworld Film Festival, further solidifying its position as one of Canada's most compelling cinematic achievements of 2025.  Set against the backdrop of the Rwandan diaspora in Canada, "It Comes in Waves" follows Akai (Adrian Walters), a young man forced to step up and care for his younger sister Zera (Nendia Lewars) after their mother's health unexpectedly declines. The family, having fled Rwanda's genocide to rebuild their lives in Ottawa, Ontario, must navigate the complexities of immigrant life while confronting intergenerational trauma, family responsibility, and the legacy of displacement.   The film marks Jean's first feature-length narrative and represents a significant creative evolution for the filmmaker, who has earned recognition at more than 50 international film festivals throughout his career. Shot over 14 days across Ottawa, Perth, and Toronto, "It Comes in Waves" features authentic Kinyarwanda dialogue performed by members of Ottawa's Rwandan community, ensuring cultural accuracy and emotional resonance. "It Comes in Waves" is a deeply personal and culturally layered Canadian independent feature film that explores themes of memory, grief, identity, and spiritual transcendence. Through its intimate portrayal of the immigrant experience, the film becomes a universal tale of resilience, depicting how individuals and communities confront and transcend their histories. With compelling performances from a superb cast and uncommon visual panache, the film represents world-class work from an undeniable filmmaker with a bright future.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)