Nika and Madison
2025 Canadian crime thriller film
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Nika and Madison is a Canadian crime thriller film, directed by Eva Thomas and released in 2025.[1] The film stars Ellyn Jade and Star Slade as the titular Nika and Madison, two indigenous women who are forced on the run after a police officer's attempt to sexually assault Madison leaves the officer hospitalized in a coma.
Michael McGowan
Star Slade
Shawn Doyle
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Film poster | |
| Directed by | Eva Thomas |
| Written by | Eva Thomas Michael McGowan |
| Produced by | Eva Thomas |
| Starring | Ellyn Jade Star Slade Shawn Doyle |
| Cinematography | Jesse Wicklund |
| Edited by | Jane MacRae |
| Music by | Nigel Irwin |
Production company | Carousel Pictures |
| Distributed by | Game Theory Films |
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Running time | 87 minutes |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
The cast also includes Shawn Doyle, David Reale, Amanda Brugel, Gail Maurice, Jennifer Podemski and Billy Merasty in supporting roles.
Production
Distribution
The film has been acquired for distribution by Game Theory Films.[4]
The film premiered in the Discovery program at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.[5] It is also slated to screen in the Borsos Competition program at the 2025 Whistler Film Festival.[6]
Awards
| Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| Directors Guild of Canada | 2025 | Best Direction in a Feature Film | Eva Thomas | Nominated | [7] |
| Jean-Marc Vallée DGC Discovery Award | Longlisted | [8] |
