Love, Laughter, and Lights: Visiting the Set of Saskatchewan’s Newest Rom-Com

Today, Creative Saskatchewan, ScreenSask, the Mayor of Regina, Economic Development Regina, and local MLAs attended a behind-the-scenes tour of the film production One Perfect Date at the John Hopkins Regina Soundstage.

Produced by Prairie Cat Productions and supported by Creative Saskatchewan, One Perfect Date is a heartwarming coming-of-age romantic comedy in the spirit of The Peanut Butter Falcon and CODA. The film stars Madison Tevlin, who also served as a story consultant, drawing from her lived experience in the Down syndrome community. The production also features Amy Matysio, Matthew Von Der Ahe, and Félix-Antoine Duval. One Perfect Date follows Emma, a young woman who refuses to let others define her limits—or her love. Bold, funny, and full of heart, this is a story that shatters expectations and invites audiences to see the world from a perspective rarely centered on screen.

“One Perfect Date is a shining example of the kind of powerful, inclusive storytelling that the Government of Saskatchewan is proud to support,” said Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Alana Ross. “This production not only showcases our province’s talent and locations but also contributes significantly to our economy and cultural identity.”

Creative Saskatchewan committed $400,117 to the production through its Feature Film and Television Production Grant. The investment is expected to generate more than $1.4 million in positive economic impact for the province and create 49 jobs—representing a return of $3.44 for every dollar spent.

“This highlights the growing strength of Saskatchewan’s film and television sector,” said Erin Dean, CEO of Creative Saskatchewan, “it continues to create jobs, drive exports, and share Saskatchewan’s stories with the world. One Perfect Date is yet another success story for our film industry.”

“This isn’t a film about people who have Down Syndrome.” Director and Producer Lucas Frison of Prairie Cat Productions added, “It’s a film featuring funny, flawed, and charismatic characters that the audience will fall in love with. I can’t wait for people to see Madison light up the big screen with her humour, passion, and heart.”

Link to production photos here.