2002, Lantos told Playback that he and Gross had a sequel in development. The film won a Canadian Comedy Award for its "Pretty Funny Direction", and received two nominations at the 23rd Genie Awards, one for Molly Parker's performance and another for the screenplay. Soundtrack and book A soundtrack album for the film was released, with songs by The Tragically Hip, Kathleen Edwards, The New Pornographers, and Our Lady Peace among others. A best-selling novelization by Diane Baker-Mason () was also published in 2002. Not included on the soundtrack is the opening theme, an arrangement by Jack Lenz of the Canadian folksong Land of the Silver Birch performed by Paul Gross, Jack Lenz and D Cameron. The song's lyrics and relevance remain the focus of debate for many fans. References External links Best sweeps his way to the top, an April 2002 Playback interview with Thom Best, with details on the film's cinematography Canadian romantic comedy films 2002 romantic comedy films 2000s sports comedy films Artisan Entertainment films 2002 films English-language Canadian films Films shot in Toronto Curling in Canada Films set in Northern Ontario Films shot in Greater Sudbury Curling films Films directed by Paul Gross Alliance Atlantis films 2000s English-language films 2000s Canadian films