
DEAR FRIEND, WHERE HAVE YOU GONE?
SHORT | DOCUMENTARY | 2023
A powerful story of one artist's determination to succeed as he uses art to overcome addiction and mental health struggles.
28m 45s | Digital
SYNOPSIS
For Jayden Martin, art is more than just a hobby. It's his escape, his passion, and his lifeline. But as an artist in the small, rural community of Englehart, Ontario, Jayden's dreams of making it big seem almost impossible. Despite growing up with divorced parents and struggling with addiction, mental health, and suicide, he remains determined to succeed. "Dear Friend, Where Have You Gone?" offers a rare glimpse into Jayden's world as he navigates the challenges of small-town life and grapples with his own inner demons. This powerful documentary is an inspiring reminder of human resilience and the transformative power of art.
AWARDS & SELECTIONS
CSA Qualifying
2025 Canadian Screen Awards
Best Documentary
2024 Feel the Reel IFF
Best Cinematography (Canada)
2024 TINFF
Best Original Score
2025 FABA Film Festival
Best Director Nominee
2024 TINFF
Long Short Nominee
2024 Alternative Film Festival
Official Selection
2025 Spain International Film Festival
Best Documentary Short
2024 Toronto Film Week
Best Northern Ontario Film
2024 Junction North IFF
Award of Excellence
2024 Canada Shorts Film Festival
Best Short Documentary Nominee
2024 TINFF
Best Editing Nominee
2024 TINFF
Official Selection
2025 Germany International Film Festival
Starring
Jayden Martin
Directed by
Nicholas Koscik
Written by
Produced by
Nicholas Koscik
David M. James
Cinematography by
Dylan M. Young
Edited by
Eric Metzloff
Composed by
James M. Findlay

