Based in Winnipeg, Canada, Frantic Films has been a producer of a wide variety of reality TV shows and has become one of the most respected producers of visual effects in the TV and movie industry. Founded in 1997, Frantic Films initially began life as a producer of visual effects for corporate clients before switching focus to produce effects for movies and TV shows. In the early days of the company they produced effects for a series of blockbuster movies, including Catwoman, Swordfish and Alien Resurrection.
The company has also become a major source of programming for a number of Canadian networks and has also produced shows that are distributed throughout the world. Reality TV shows have been some of the most important aspects of the Frantic Films output, which includes the popular Till Debt Us Do Part show that sees a financial expert provide assistance and advice to a couple who are struggling with debts and relationship problems. Meet the Family is another reality based show that is based upon a British TV show and blends many aspects of comedy and reality TV shows. A number of other shows are also produced by Frantic Films that have reality elements to them, which include the magic and stunt based Guinea Pig that takes place at various locations across Canada.
