PEOPLE AND STUFF, 2025/26

RABBIT IN THE YARD PRODUCTIONS CORPORATION AND CARTER-RYAN PRODUCTIONS PRESENT THE FILM “PEOPLE AND STUFF”

STARRING MARALYN RYAN • SHANNON BLANCHET • TRAVIS FRIESEN • OSCAR CHARK • CASTING BY RHONDA FISEKCI CASTING INC.

MUSIC BY BRIAN RAINE • EDITED BY JASON CARTER • PRODUCTION DESIGN BY BRIDGET RYAN AND JASON CARTER • SOUND DESIGN BY MORGAN MCKEE

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY JASON CARTER • CINEMATOGRAPHER THOMAS O’HARA • PRODUCED BY BRIDGET RYAN AND JASON CARTER

BASED ON THE PLAY ”PEOPLE AND STUFF” BY BRIDGET RYAN WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY BRIDGET RYAN

© 2025 RABBIT IN THE YARD PRODUCTIONS CORPORATION

COMING SOON

People and Stuff is a heartwarming, human comedy inspired by a conversation many of us are having with our aging parents: 

What do we do with all their stuff? 

Especially when we—and our kids, and their kids—don’t want it. 

When Carol realizes (rather abruptly) that it’s time to part with a lifetime of belongings, she springs into action. Boxing up commemorative ribbons, decorative plates, paintings, 99 souvenir spoons, old photographs— you name it— Carol has saved it, all with the intention of passing it on to her children. 

But when her kids finally arrive, she’s hit with a shocking truth: not only do they have no space for it, they don’t want it.

Stung but undeterred, Carol makes a bold (and hilarious) decision: 

she’s having a garage sale— in the middle of winter. 

What happens next surprises everyone, most of all, Carol herself.

RABBIT IN THE YARD, SINCE SEPTEMBER 2007

Rabbit In The Yard Productions was founded by Bridget Ryan and Jason Carter, whose creative partnership began on the CityTV live truck as part of Breakfast Television Edmonton. Bridget served as location host, producer, director, and writer, while Jason brought his talents as a videographer, editor, and artist. Together, they formed the dynamic “Live Eye” team, showcasing the vibrant stories and people of Edmonton each morning—from debut authors and local entrepreneurs to inspiring young fundraisers.

Their daily encounters with extraordinary individuals sparked a passion to tell stories beyond the bounds of live television. In 2007, driven by this shared vision, they launched Rabbit In The Yard Productions. What began with a single camera quickly evolved into a full-fledged production company.

With over 30 years of combined industry experience, Rabbit In The Yard has since produced a range of original content, including short films, music videos, and most recently, their debut feature film—shot on location in their hometown of Edmonton and their adopted home of Canmore, Alberta.

THE ART OF WAITING - MAY 2020

Produced for Fairmont Properties - The Bellhop - Written and Directed By Bridget Ryan, Director of Photography/Editor - Jason Carter, Music - Arranged by Morgan Mckee, Song - All Alone by Irving Berlin, Starring - Andrew McDonald Smith

Carter-Ryan Productions, spearheaded the creation of The Art of Waiting, a five-part video series for Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Drawing on Alberta-based artists, the company handled all aspects of production—from direction to music recording—bringing theatrical storytelling to life in iconic hotel settings. Co-owner Bridget Ryan emphasized the project’s mission to showcase local talent and maintain artistic momentum during pandemic-related performance shutdowns.

CHRISTIAN HANSEN & THE AUTISTICS - SEPT 2009

Christian Hansen & The Autistics - Cocaine Trade Directed by Bridget Ryan Shot and Edited by Jason Carter

Rabbit in the Yard Productions produced the hit music video Cocaine Trade by Christian Hansen & The Autistics in 2009, helping to visually elevate the breakout single into one of Edmonton’s most viewed independent music videos.

Our one-day shoot brought bold, dynamic storytelling that amplified the energy of the track, and contributed to its widespread recognition across radio and festivals.