ABOUT
h264 is a distribution studio supporting filmmakers and producers in the distribution and sales of feature films, both in Canada and internationally. From 2015 to 2024, the company also played a crucial role in short films, distributing several successful films, including three Oscar®-nominated shorts. This commitment continues in the realm of feature films with ongoing support for emerging filmmakers, with a particular focus on first and second features. h264 develops innovative strategies tailored to each film to enhance their discoverability, from script development to festival launch, theatrical release, and digital distribution.
Our values
h264 is a diverse, inclusive organization committed to promoting equality and providing a welcoming and open environment. It does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or intellectual disability, age, marital status, family status, source of income or sexual orientation.
OUR TEAM
Jean-Christophe J. Lamontagne
Co-president
Driven by his passion for promoting cinema, Jean-Christophe founds h264 in 2015. His goal: to expand the reach of cinematographic works by forging strong relationships between audiences and creators. The same impulse brings him to cofound and pilot Plein(s) Écran(s), the world’s first film festival to take place on Facebook. h264 is diversifying its activities and, in 2019, it launched a new aggregation service offer in a will to improve the accessibility and the distribution on digital platforms.
Favourite movies
The Tree of Life — Terrence Malick
Tu dors Nicole — Stéphane Lafleur
Happy Gilmore — Dennis Dugan
The Killing of a Sacred Deer — Yorgos Lanthimos
Favourite meal
Chicken Biryani
Stephanie Demers
Co-president
Stéphanie has been working for 12 years in distribution. She has an in-depth knowledge of the market and stands out with her collaborative approach. In May 2021, Stéphanie is involved in the implementation of h264’s feature film division and takes on the role of vice-president. Her primary objective is to accompany filmmakers and to help promote their works to their target audiences.
In parallel, Stéphanie is a co-founder of Aime ton cinema and a member of both the CRCQ (Comité de relance du cinéma au Québec) and the executive committee of the RDIFQ (Regroupement des distributeurs indépendants de films du Québec), sits on the PCCQ’s (Prix collégial du cinéma québécois) board of directors and loves reality shows.
Favourite movies
Before Sunrise — Richard Linklater
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind — Michel Gondry
Her — Spike Jonze
Juno — Jason Reitman
Monsieur Lazhar — Philippe Falardeau
Favourite meal
Club Social PS pizza is MTL’s finest
Léa-Marie Montreuil
Communications and distribution manager
With a certificate in Public Communication from Université Laval and a bachelor’s degree in cinema from Université de Montréal, Léa-Marie first joined the h264 team as an intern. She then took the role of coordinator in 2020, before taking on the mantle of Communications and Distribution Manager since 2022. She boasts a wide range of experience as an Assistant Director, Art Director and Production Manager for several short films. Among her greatest interests are art in all its forms, travel, music, craft beer tasting and a love for horticulture.
Favourite movies
Whiplash — Damien Chazelle
Birdman — Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Fight Club — David Fincher
Parasite — Bong Joon Ho
La La Land — Damien Chazelle
Laurence Anyways… — Xavier Dolan
Favourite meal
Always happy with a plate of fresh pastas!
Andréa Rousseau
Administrative agent
Andréa completed a bachelor’s degree in international relations and a bachelor’s degree in law. During her studies, her main field of interest being human rights, she worked as coordinator of the International Human Rights Clinic at UQAM and also completed an internship at the Human Rights Tribunal. She then pursued her professional career in the administrative field in several organizations with missions that were close to her heart, including La Pépinière Espace collectif – an organization working in urban design – and the Société de développement social – an organization working in the field of homelessness and social inclusion. Throughout her employment, she has developed skills in administration, accounting and governance that make her an asset to the team. She is detail-oriented and enjoys being a helpful resource to her colleagues and collaborators.
Favourite movies
Boyhood by Richard Linklater
La La Land by Damien Chazelle
Les Choristes by Christophe Barratier
Favourite meal
Brunch at Hélico !