Morningside

Morningside is a Canadian drama that examines the intersection of personal ambition and the tragedy of gun violence. The story follows three individuals with different goals: a young man working toward a better life, a teenage influencer pursuing a music career, and a security guard aiming to join the police force. Their separate paths are disrupted by a single violent event that forces them to face the consequences of their environment and their personal decisions.

The film was directed by Ron Dias, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Joanne Jansen. It is the second feature directed by Dias, following his 2018 film Mariposa. The production was handled by Ron & Aussie and features a cast including Kiana Madeira, Alex Mallari Jr., Oluniké Adeliyi, Brandon McKnight, Lovell Adams-Gray, and Fefe Dobson. The movie has a total runtime of 91 minutes.