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 | 2 | 6.50 | 0.11% | +10% | 38,005,238 | 46,297 | $1,700,000 | 2,071$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,602 | $56,000 | 43$ |
| Totals | 3 | 40,084,176 | 47,899 | $1,756,000 | 2,114$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
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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Portugal:
Matthew Rankin's film Linguagem Universal received the first edition of the public award at Quinzena.
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Canada:
Matthew Rankin is the director of the award-winning film Universal Language.
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Portugal:
Matthew Rankin is featured in the IndieLisboa 2025 festival with his work 'Linguagem Universal'.
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Canada:
Matthew Rankin directed the critically acclaimed comedy Universal Language.
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Greece:
Matthew Rankin directs the absurd comedy 'Universal Language'.
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Lithuania:
Matthew Rankin is a promising new voice in Canadian cinema known for his radical style.
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