Matthew Rankin
Matthew Rankin is an acclaimed Canadian filmmaker known for his unique storytelling style that blends elements of fantasy and reality. His latest work, 'Universal Language,' is a mind-bending dramedy set in an alternate-reality Winnipeg, which explores themes of kindness and connection amidst a tumultuous backdrop. Rankin's vision and creativity have garnered recognition in the film industry, including winning the Rogers Best Canadian Film Award at the Toronto Film Critics Association Awards.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 3 | 7.33 | 0.59% | +10% | 38,005,238 | 246,884 | $1,700,000 | 11,043$ |
| Totals | 3 | 38,005,238 | 246,884 | $1,700,000 | 11,043$ |
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Recent Mentions
Canada:
Matthew Rankin is the acclaimed Montreal-based director of the documentary Ladies and Gentlemen.
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Canada:
Matthew Rankin is a Canadian filmmaker who directed the documentary 'Ladies and Gentlemen, Brian Mulroney'.
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Canada:
Matthew Rankin created a satirical documentary about Canada's 18th prime minister.
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Canada:
The doc by Matthew Rankin will play as part of TIFF’s perennially popular Midnight Madness program.
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Canada:
Matthew Rankin directed the recent crowd-pleasing comedy Universal Language.
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Canada:
Matthew Rankin directed the absurdist comedy Universal Language.
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Slovenia:
Matthew Rankin is a Canadian director whose film Skupni jezik intertwines Canadian and Iranian culture.
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Canada:
Accepting the award for Achievement in Directing, Universal Language’s Matthew Rankin gave the best acceptance speech of the night.
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Canada:
Matthew Rankin is mentioned as the director of the comedy Universal Language.
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Portugal:
Matthew Rankin is the director of the idiosyncratic film Universal Language presented at IndieLisboa 2025.
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