Whistle is a light-hearted documentary from Christopher Nelius filled with delightfully eccentric characters.

It takes behind the scenes of the Masters of Musical Whistling competition. An event that draws people from around the globe to a three day showdown of talent. Each day has a different category, Classical, With the Band and Self Accompaniment, and the most points garnered from all three is the overall winner.

We meet Carole, hair stylist, and organizer. She’s driven and knows what she likes, and is determined that the show go off without a hitch. The odds of that? Well, watch and find out.

With over 75 competitors, we don’t get to meet them all, but the film picks out six contestants and follows their trials, tribulations, friendships, heartbreaks, and triumphs. Yuki has come all the way from Japan, determined to finally win first place. Ayna from Spain has big dreams, Davitt who works with Alzheimer’s patients is a first-timer, Lauren an actor and singer/songwriter is set to win, Molly is a professional whistler, and Jay is a music teacher.

In the end only one of them will win, and it’s a charming and entertaining ride. Nelius looks at his subjects with honesty and humour, and because of that, we see ourselves on the stage.

Heck, I’m notorious for whistling film scores. I don’t think I could win a competition, but it’s good to know that there are those out there who take it seriously.

This one is a delightful little film that feels like a true to life Christopher Guest film. Heartwarming and joyous, so whistle a joyful tune and check this one out.

Whistle screens Friday, September 5 at 8:15pm at Scotiabank, Saturday, September 6 at 4:30pm, and finally on Thursday, September 11 at 9:45pm, also at Scotiabank.