A picture is worth
a thousand words

Tortuga Films’ mission is to produce informative and thought-provoking films and television programs. Whether a series or a one-off, our projects focus on scientific, political, social and environmental subjects, as well as themes that promote community and social growth. Each production aims to trigger discussions, contemplation and a search for solutions in an entertaining way.

our team

ADAM PAJOT GENDRON

Producer, Director and screenwriter

Co-founder of Tortuga Films, Adam has more than 10 years of experience in television and film production. He is a member of the Association des réalisateurs et réalisatrices du Québec (Quebec Directors’ Association) and the Alliance québécoise des techniciens de l’image et du son.

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RENE TURCOTTE

Executive producer

René has a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from the Université du Québec à Montréal as well as more than 20 years of experience in management, accounting and I.T.

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VIVEKA MELKI

Researcher, Screenwriter and Director

Co-founder of Tortuga Films, Viveka has a degree in Communications from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia. Viveka’s filmography includes many national projects. She is currently pursuing her passion for directing.

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CLAUDIA CÔTÉ-FORTIN

Accountant

With a baccalauréat in Corporate Finance and graduated from the University of Quebec in Rimouski, Claudia worked at tortuga as an accountant since March 2016.

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GUILLAUME PROULX

Cameraman and Editor

Editor, cameraman and CG designer since 2008, Guillaume is a graduate of the “Media Arts and Technology – Television” program at the Cégep of Jonquière.

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