
The faux-documentary,
Hunting Matthew Nichols, which was directed by Markian Tarasiuk, follows Tara Nichols, an aspiring filmmaker, as she investigates her brother’s mysterious disappearance on Vancouver Island, which occurred two decades ago. When new evidence is revealed, it leads her to suspect that her brother may still be alive.
Inspired by the popularity of true crime movies, shows, podcasts, etc., as well as other found footage films, Tarasiuk presented the idea for the movie to writer Sean Oliver, who wrote the script. The film mixes archival and found footage, documentary style interviews, and scripted scenes, creating something new, and audiences may wonder how much of the movie is real, and how much is imagined. It's a thrill ride towards a shocking conclusion.