Meet the team
For acting inquiries please contact
Teri Ritter
John Thomas Gauthier
Owner & Operator of
Screaming Goat Films
John Thomas Gauthier is an actor, writer, director, producer and stuntman hailing originally from Ottawa, Ontario. Moving to Toronto in 2017 to pursue a professional career in film, John has tried to make an impact both on and off screen by focusing as much on his writing as his performing. Pen to screen on Butterfly, his first professional short in 2021, gave him his first taste of what it was like bringing a creation to life, and has been picking up pace ever since.
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Caan and Gauthier met in 2021 and immediately had an artistic connection, complimenting their contrasting work styles. Shortly after, Screaming Goat Films came to be an opportunity to flex some creative muscles, create powerful stories, and connect fellow artists to form a growing community of talented and collaborative filmmakers of all skill levels and backgrounds.
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Normally cast as the “big guy”, John has worked on 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 John 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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Based in Toronto, John Thomas Gauthier is a Full ACTRA Member represented by Teri Ritter at Ritter Talent Agency.
For acting inquiries please contact
Phil Flagler
Madison Caan
Producing Partner at
Screaming Goat Films
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 as an actor, Caan has developed a reputation for performances that resonate with audiences and critics alike.
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Caan and Gauthier established Screaming Goat Films Inc. in 2023, with a mission to create opportunities and develop projects that not only entertain but also inspire and empower Canadian voices. Caan’s work is characterized by a collaborative approach, and a keen eye for talent, allowing her to foster creative partnerships and deliver a quality product.
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Caan’s producing portfolio includes Screaming Goat Films first project, Stairwell, which will be a film festival hopeful this Fall. Caan, who proudly wears many hats, played a key role in the success of the film, serving as co-writer, casting director, 1st AD and lead actress. Although she tries to do it all, Caan enjoys building her team, relying on past relationships built on set 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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A graduate of Skidmore College with a Bachelor of Science in Theatre, Caan has continued to expand her expertise through various industry workshops and mentorship programs. Caan has supported her community with her contributions to LIFT (Liaison of Independent Filmmakers of Toronto), where she was invited to perform in a workshop for new filmmakers, and speak to the relationship between an actor and a director. Caan is also a proud member of WIFT (Women in Film and Television, Toronto).
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Notable acting credits include Mortal Game (feature/supporting lead), Cheat (feature/principal, Matchbox Pictures/Greg A. Sager), and Paterno (feature/actor HBO/SONY/Barry Levinson). Caan’s first time on-set was accompanied by her uncle James Caan in feature film, Blood Ties (Guillaume Canet), acting alongside Clive Owen as a stand-in/double for Mila Kunis. Past TV credits include Charmed to Death (Oxygen Network), and Haunted Hospitals S5 (T+E). Significant theatrical performances include her role as “Lisa” in The Glory of Living by Rebecca Gilman (The King Blackbox).
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Based in Toronto, ON, Caan is an ACTRA Apprentice represented by Phil Flagler at Artist Management Inc.