Screaming Goat Films Inc. is a Toronto-based film production company led by two passionate storytellers, John Thomas Gauthier and Madison Caan. With collective backgrounds spanning shorts, features, documentaries, branded content, music videos and theatre, our mission with Screaming Goat Films is to create the kind of opportunities for artists that we want to see more of, by developing films that not only entertain, but inspire.
This team blends years of experience in front of the camera with hands-on expertise behind the scenes, constantly expanding their collective skillset and creative reach. Wearing many hats such as actor, director, writer, producer and executive producers, John and Madison have continued to expand and define their artistic style while building their industry footprint.
From concept to completion, we're here for the process, utilizing our vast and resourceful network to partner with top creatives in the industry, ensuring that every frame is crafted with intention and excellence.​
John Thomas Gauthier
CEO and Producer
John Thomas Gauthier is an actor, writer, director, producer, stuntman and father hailing from Ottawa, Ontario. Since moving to Toronto in 2017 to expand his professional career, Gauthier has made an impact both on and off screen by focusing as much on his writing and producing as his performing. Pen to screen on Butterfly, his first short in 2021, gave him his first taste of what it was like bringing a creation to life, and has been picking up the pace ever since.​
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Normally cast as the “big guy," Gauthier has worked on many popular shows such as The Boys (Prime), Titans (Netflix), Fubar (Netflix) and Law & Order Toronto (Prime). Other notable roles include projects such as Skymed (Peacock), The Hardy Boys (Hulu), Pretty Hard Cases (CBC), Brilliant Minds (NBC) and In The Dark (CW). Several other features and series Gauthier has worked on will also be released at the end of 2024 and in 2025, where he hopes to continue to expand his portfolio and build his network even more.
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As a writer, Gauthier writes what he knows. Whether he's pulling comedic storylines from his years as a bartender, or dramatic storylines from experiences with grief and loss, vulnerability and truth is at the core of every word.​
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As a producer Gauthier is an invaluable asset for set morale. With experience overseeing multiple departments at once, Gauthier is the necessary glue on set.
Madison Caan
Co-Founder and Producing Partner
Madison Caan is an accomplished actor, writer and producer with a vast understanding of character, filmmaking and storytelling. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Caan has developed a reputation for her collaborative but firm approach, and keen eye for talent, allowing her to foster creative partnerships and deliver a quality product.
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Although she tries to do it all, Caan enjoys building her team, relying on her select community of creatives to assemble her cast and crew. Caan is known to be thorough and organized and navigates complex production tasks such as budgeting and negotiations with exceptional skill.​
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In front of the camera Caan has had success including credits such as Mortal Game (feature/supporting lead), Cheat (feature/principal), and Paterno (feature/actor HBO/SONY/Barry Levinson). Past TV credits include Charmed to Death (Oxygen Network), and Haunted Hospitals S5 (T+E).
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As a producer Caan has seen success in her most recent film, ​ "Grievers," a Comedy Short Film featured in the 2025 Comedy Igniter Film Competition and selected as an industry screening at the 2025 Canadian Film Festival. Caan Produced film, coordinated budget, hired key creatives, sourced equipment and insurance paperwork.​ Caan has additional experience with production scheduling, locations, and has worked in key creative departments such as costume design, production design and props.
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As a storyteller Madison is a skilled world builder. Bring her a script with witty dialogue and she'll do the rest.
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