Welcome message from the director of
The Search for Dave McGill, Demetri Goritsas

** See what Canada's celebrated artists have to say about Dave McGill



  • Nia Vardalos
    Actress/Writer Nia Vardalos describes Dave's influence on her classic comedy film My Big Fat Greek Wedding.


  • Atom Egoyan
    Filmmaker, Atom Egoyan recalls being in Hollywood while Dave McGill was shopping his script around for his debut feature film, The Plains of Abraham.


  • David Foster
    Music Producer, David Foster talks about the time spent working on Dave McGill's only album, Probe, and it's influence on him.

Welcome and thanks for visiting the web site for the documentary film, “The Search for Dave McGill.”

I believe Dave McGill is the greatest unsung hero in popular culture. A Canadian artist who over forty years as a musician, comedian, actor, and filmmaker, influenced countless Canadian entertainers we celebrate today, though Dave never tasted lasting success himself.

It’s been quite an adventure talking to some of the most celebrated Canadians in music, comedy, and film about Dave’s influence. The stories are amazing. And I believe this film will reveal just how vast Canada’s contribution to popular culture really is.

We’re still needing to interview more Canadians in showbiz about Dave. Please check on our BLOG to see whom we’ve interviewed. And FOLLOW me for updates as the documentary comes together.

Thanks also to all the people who’ve helped so far and supported the making of this film.

Demetri Goritsas
Writer – Director

Dave McGill headshot