The Atlantic Film Festival Association (AFFA) holds four events throughout the year. The Atlantic Film Festival is a 10-day event, screening films from Canada and around the world, and showcasing Atlantic Canadian films and artists. During the first three days of the Festival, AFFA simultaneously runs Strategic Partners, an international co-production market focusing on film & TV and early stage projects that is limited to 200 top industry players from around the world. In the spring, the AFFA holds the ViewFinders: International Film Festival for Youth, a 5-day event designed to engage, entertain and educate young people. The AFF Outdoor Film Experience, (formerly alFresco filmFesto) is the AFFA's outdoor summer film series held on the Halifax waterfront.
Attendance
The 2005 festival experienced a 24 per cent attendance increase from the previous year with 29,400 in overall attendance, including 28 sold-out screenings and events. In 2007 attendance was up 18 per cent over 2006, with a record-setting 33,500 people taking part in the 27th annual event.
A film festival is an organized, extended presentation of films in one or more cinemas or screening venues, usually in a single city or region. Increasingly, film festivals show some films outdoors. Films may be of recent date and, depending upon the festival's focus, can include international and domestic releases. Some festivals focus on a specific film-maker or genre (e.g., film noir) or subject matter (e.g., horror film festivals). A number of film festivals specialise in short films of a defined maximum length. Film festivals are typically annual events. Some film historians do not consider Film Festivals as official releases of film, like Jerry Beck.
The best known film festivals are the Venice Film Festival, the Cannes Film Festival, the Toronto Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, and the Berlin International Film Festival, the latter being the largest film festival worldwide, based on attendance. The Venice Film Festival is the oldest major festival. The Melbourne International Film Festival is the largest film festival in the Southern Hemisphere and one of the oldest in the world. A 2013 study found 3,000 active films festivals worldwide—active defined as having held an event in the previous 24 months.
The $100 Film Festival is an independentfilm festival that runs for three days every March at the Globe Cinema in downtown Calgary, Alberta. The festival showcases films in all genres by local and international independent artists who enjoy working with traditional film.
Created in 1992 by the Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers (CSIF), the $100 Film Festival started as a challenge for area filmmakers to a make a low-budget movie using Super8 film for less than $100. In later years, the CSIF changed the rules to allow filmmakers to work with 16 mm film and an increased budget. The $100 Film Festival still works to embody the spirit of low-budget film making and has become a popular event in Calgary.
The 24/7 Film Festival is an annual amateur film festival in held in the Mosman, Manly, Warringah Council and Pittwater Council area, all northern suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. First held in 2002, the Council-sponsored event consists of a challenge to 12- to 24-year-olds to produce a 7-minute film in 24 hours. The festival also consists of film workshops and is crowned by the showing and judging of the entries, held at various local cinemas.
In 2005 the festival won a local government cultural award for leadership in cultural programs and projects.
Item List
A list of 'items' is published each year at the commencement of the competition. It is required that an item from each of the 4 categories appears in each film and that a total of at least 5 items are used. This is to ensure that films were made specifically for the competition and were made in the 24-hour period designated. The four categories are Locations, Concepts, Lines of Dialogue and Objects.
A "Secret Rule" is announced each year at the same time, placing some extra restriction on films to further ensure adherence to the time constraint. The rules for 2006 and 2007 have been to have a line of dialogue in a language other than English, and to have two characters say a line of dialogue at the same time, respectively.
The Atlantic International Film Festival is proud to serve as Atlantic Canada's largest annual celebration of film. ❤️ There's sure to be something that reminds you why you #LoveFilm!
September 14 - 21, 2023
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax, NS
atlanticfilmfestival.ca
published: 16 Aug 2023
2022 Atlantic International Film Festival PSA (Ext)
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.
Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.
September 15-22, 2022
www.finfestival.ca
#AIFF22 #TogetherAgain
published: 25 Aug 2022
VISIBLE | 2024 #AIFFKids Youth Film Competition
Vote here for Audience Choice Award! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
VISIBLE (2024)
Director: Eli Arsenault
2024 AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition Finalist
Filmed in black and white, Visible poetically inspires viewers to find their own superpower, despite any barriers.
From May 28 - June 2 you can watch the Finalist lineup on the AIFF YouTube channel, support the next generation of filmmakers and vote for your favorite film! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
The Audience Award will be revealed on June 3.
Please note: although all selected finalist films are made by youth, the films may not be suitable for all ages. There are instances of implied violence, mature subjects, and course language
...
Celebrating 15 years, the AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition showcases and awards films created by y...
published: 28 May 2024
On the street with #AIFF24
We're on the streets of Halifax to see what folks are most looking forward to at the Atlantic International Film Festival. Tickets on sale now!
September 11-18, 2024
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
published: 09 Sep 2024
2022 Atlantic International Film Festival PSA
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.
Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.
September 15-22, 2022
www.finfestival.ca
#AIFF22 #TogetherAgain
published: 25 Aug 2022
PERMIT GARDEN Trailer | #AIFF24
Discover your new favourite movie at the Atlantic International Film Festival! Secure tickets passes at www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Reel East Coast Gala:
PERMIT GARDEN
A dreamlike parable about immigration, Permit Garden follows a nameless child as they toil to gain exit from the Garden. But as time goes on, they wonder if escape is even possible.
A Q&A with Jenny Yujia Shi will follow the screening.
Screenings:
September 15, 7:00 PM, Theatre 8
Tickets: 2024aiff.eventive.org/films/66abb20f0175a8006c89a386
Atlantic International Film Festival
September 14 - 21, 2023
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax NS
published: 30 Aug 2024
Atlantic Film Festival Intro
The Atlantic Film Festival happens Sept. 14 - 21, 2017 in Halifax, N.S., showcasing the best of film from both Atlantic Canada and around the world. Watch last year's promo video to get a taste, new video coming soon!
published: 24 Aug 2016
2024 AIFF Sizzle Reel
Showcasing diverse stories from Atlantic Canada, alongside award-winning cinema from around the world, Attend the Atlantic International Film Festival!
Wednesday, September 11 - 18, 2024
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax, NS
www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Video created by Beechwood Productions, put to the music of local band Century Egg.
published: 21 Aug 2024
35th Atlantic Film Festival - Promo Video (60 sec)
35th Anniversary of the Atlantic Film Festival Promotional Video
(60 sec)
Credits:
The Workshop - Creative Concept & Design
Current Studios - Video Production
The Shire - Musical Score
John Dunsworth - Voice Talent
The Postman - Post-Production Services
35th Atlantic Film Festival
www.atlanticfilm.com
#AFF2015
#35AFF
Twitter: @thefilmfest
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlanticfilmfestival
Instagram: thefilmfest
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/atlanticfilm/
The Atlantic International Film Festival is proud to serve as Atlantic Canada's largest annual celebration of film. ❤️ There's sure to be something that reminds...
The Atlantic International Film Festival is proud to serve as Atlantic Canada's largest annual celebration of film. ❤️ There's sure to be something that reminds you why you #LoveFilm!
September 14 - 21, 2023
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax, NS
atlanticfilmfestival.ca
The Atlantic International Film Festival is proud to serve as Atlantic Canada's largest annual celebration of film. ❤️ There's sure to be something that reminds you why you #LoveFilm!
September 14 - 21, 2023
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax, NS
atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in...
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.
Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.
September 15-22, 2022
www.finfestival.ca
#AIFF22 #TogetherAgain
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.
Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.
September 15-22, 2022
www.finfestival.ca
#AIFF22 #TogetherAgain
Vote here for Audience Choice Award! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
VISIBLE (2024)
Director: Eli Arsenault
2024 AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition Finalist
Filmed ...
Vote here for Audience Choice Award! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
VISIBLE (2024)
Director: Eli Arsenault
2024 AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition Finalist
Filmed in black and white, Visible poetically inspires viewers to find their own superpower, despite any barriers.
From May 28 - June 2 you can watch the Finalist lineup on the AIFF YouTube channel, support the next generation of filmmakers and vote for your favorite film! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
The Audience Award will be revealed on June 3.
Please note: although all selected finalist films are made by youth, the films may not be suitable for all ages. There are instances of implied violence, mature subjects, and course language
...
Celebrating 15 years, the AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition showcases and awards films created by young people 18 years old or younger. As Atlantic Canada’s largest youth film competition, the AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition is a free challenge to develop skills as a filmmaker, regardless of previous filmmaking experience. All finalist films are eligible for prizes, in varying categories.
finkids.ca
Vote here for Audience Choice Award! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
VISIBLE (2024)
Director: Eli Arsenault
2024 AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition Finalist
Filmed in black and white, Visible poetically inspires viewers to find their own superpower, despite any barriers.
From May 28 - June 2 you can watch the Finalist lineup on the AIFF YouTube channel, support the next generation of filmmakers and vote for your favorite film! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
The Audience Award will be revealed on June 3.
Please note: although all selected finalist films are made by youth, the films may not be suitable for all ages. There are instances of implied violence, mature subjects, and course language
...
Celebrating 15 years, the AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition showcases and awards films created by young people 18 years old or younger. As Atlantic Canada’s largest youth film competition, the AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition is a free challenge to develop skills as a filmmaker, regardless of previous filmmaking experience. All finalist films are eligible for prizes, in varying categories.
finkids.ca
We're on the streets of Halifax to see what folks are most looking forward to at the Atlantic International Film Festival. Tickets on sale now!
September 11-1...
We're on the streets of Halifax to see what folks are most looking forward to at the Atlantic International Film Festival. Tickets on sale now!
September 11-18, 2024
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
We're on the streets of Halifax to see what folks are most looking forward to at the Atlantic International Film Festival. Tickets on sale now!
September 11-18, 2024
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in...
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.
Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.
September 15-22, 2022
www.finfestival.ca
#AIFF22 #TogetherAgain
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.
Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.
September 15-22, 2022
www.finfestival.ca
#AIFF22 #TogetherAgain
Discover your new favourite movie at the Atlantic International Film Festival! Secure tickets passes at www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Reel East Coast Gala:
PERM...
Discover your new favourite movie at the Atlantic International Film Festival! Secure tickets passes at www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Reel East Coast Gala:
PERMIT GARDEN
A dreamlike parable about immigration, Permit Garden follows a nameless child as they toil to gain exit from the Garden. But as time goes on, they wonder if escape is even possible.
A Q&A with Jenny Yujia Shi will follow the screening.
Screenings:
September 15, 7:00 PM, Theatre 8
Tickets: 2024aiff.eventive.org/films/66abb20f0175a8006c89a386
Atlantic International Film Festival
September 14 - 21, 2023
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax NS
Discover your new favourite movie at the Atlantic International Film Festival! Secure tickets passes at www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Reel East Coast Gala:
PERMIT GARDEN
A dreamlike parable about immigration, Permit Garden follows a nameless child as they toil to gain exit from the Garden. But as time goes on, they wonder if escape is even possible.
A Q&A with Jenny Yujia Shi will follow the screening.
Screenings:
September 15, 7:00 PM, Theatre 8
Tickets: 2024aiff.eventive.org/films/66abb20f0175a8006c89a386
Atlantic International Film Festival
September 14 - 21, 2023
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax NS
The Atlantic Film Festival happens Sept. 14 - 21, 2017 in Halifax, N.S., showcasing the best of film from both Atlantic Canada and around the world. Watch last ...
The Atlantic Film Festival happens Sept. 14 - 21, 2017 in Halifax, N.S., showcasing the best of film from both Atlantic Canada and around the world. Watch last year's promo video to get a taste, new video coming soon!
The Atlantic Film Festival happens Sept. 14 - 21, 2017 in Halifax, N.S., showcasing the best of film from both Atlantic Canada and around the world. Watch last year's promo video to get a taste, new video coming soon!
Showcasing diverse stories from Atlantic Canada, alongside award-winning cinema from around the world, Attend the Atlantic International Film Festival!
Wednesd...
Showcasing diverse stories from Atlantic Canada, alongside award-winning cinema from around the world, Attend the Atlantic International Film Festival!
Wednesday, September 11 - 18, 2024
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax, NS
www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Video created by Beechwood Productions, put to the music of local band Century Egg.
Showcasing diverse stories from Atlantic Canada, alongside award-winning cinema from around the world, Attend the Atlantic International Film Festival!
Wednesday, September 11 - 18, 2024
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax, NS
www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Video created by Beechwood Productions, put to the music of local band Century Egg.
35th Anniversary of the Atlantic Film Festival Promotional Video
(60 sec)
Credits:
The Workshop - Creative Concept & Design
Current Studios - Video Production...
35th Anniversary of the Atlantic Film Festival Promotional Video
(60 sec)
Credits:
The Workshop - Creative Concept & Design
Current Studios - Video Production
The Shire - Musical Score
John Dunsworth - Voice Talent
The Postman - Post-Production Services
35th Atlantic Film Festival
www.atlanticfilm.com
#AFF2015
#35AFF
Twitter: @thefilmfest
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlanticfilmfestival
Instagram: thefilmfest
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/atlanticfilm/
35th Anniversary of the Atlantic Film Festival Promotional Video
(60 sec)
Credits:
The Workshop - Creative Concept & Design
Current Studios - Video Production
The Shire - Musical Score
John Dunsworth - Voice Talent
The Postman - Post-Production Services
35th Atlantic Film Festival
www.atlanticfilm.com
#AFF2015
#35AFF
Twitter: @thefilmfest
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlanticfilmfestival
Instagram: thefilmfest
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/atlanticfilm/
The Atlantic International Film Festival is proud to serve as Atlantic Canada's largest annual celebration of film. ❤️ There's sure to be something that reminds you why you #LoveFilm!
September 14 - 21, 2023
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax, NS
atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.
Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.
September 15-22, 2022
www.finfestival.ca
#AIFF22 #TogetherAgain
Vote here for Audience Choice Award! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
VISIBLE (2024)
Director: Eli Arsenault
2024 AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition Finalist
Filmed in black and white, Visible poetically inspires viewers to find their own superpower, despite any barriers.
From May 28 - June 2 you can watch the Finalist lineup on the AIFF YouTube channel, support the next generation of filmmakers and vote for your favorite film! 👉 http://vote.aiffkids.ca/
The Audience Award will be revealed on June 3.
Please note: although all selected finalist films are made by youth, the films may not be suitable for all ages. There are instances of implied violence, mature subjects, and course language
...
Celebrating 15 years, the AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition showcases and awards films created by young people 18 years old or younger. As Atlantic Canada’s largest youth film competition, the AIFF Kids Youth Film Competition is a free challenge to develop skills as a filmmaker, regardless of previous filmmaking experience. All finalist films are eligible for prizes, in varying categories.
finkids.ca
We're on the streets of Halifax to see what folks are most looking forward to at the Atlantic International Film Festival. Tickets on sale now!
September 11-18, 2024
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film and media with regional and international talent. We come together for a shared love in stories that reflect the human condition through drama, comedy, action, and documentaries. It’s also a chance for filmmakers and fans to exchange thoughts on the creative process and technical aspects of movie making.
Join cast and crew...fans and critics…and experience some of the finest immersive story-telling the east coast and beyond has to offer.
September 15-22, 2022
www.finfestival.ca
#AIFF22 #TogetherAgain
Discover your new favourite movie at the Atlantic International Film Festival! Secure tickets passes at www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Reel East Coast Gala:
PERMIT GARDEN
A dreamlike parable about immigration, Permit Garden follows a nameless child as they toil to gain exit from the Garden. But as time goes on, they wonder if escape is even possible.
A Q&A with Jenny Yujia Shi will follow the screening.
Screenings:
September 15, 7:00 PM, Theatre 8
Tickets: 2024aiff.eventive.org/films/66abb20f0175a8006c89a386
Atlantic International Film Festival
September 14 - 21, 2023
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax NS
The Atlantic Film Festival happens Sept. 14 - 21, 2017 in Halifax, N.S., showcasing the best of film from both Atlantic Canada and around the world. Watch last year's promo video to get a taste, new video coming soon!
Showcasing diverse stories from Atlantic Canada, alongside award-winning cinema from around the world, Attend the Atlantic International Film Festival!
Wednesday, September 11 - 18, 2024
Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
Halifax, NS
www.atlanticfilmfestival.ca
Video created by Beechwood Productions, put to the music of local band Century Egg.
35th Anniversary of the Atlantic Film Festival Promotional Video
(60 sec)
Credits:
The Workshop - Creative Concept & Design
Current Studios - Video Production
The Shire - Musical Score
John Dunsworth - Voice Talent
The Postman - Post-Production Services
35th Atlantic Film Festival
www.atlanticfilm.com
#AFF2015
#35AFF
Twitter: @thefilmfest
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlanticfilmfestival
Instagram: thefilmfest
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/atlanticfilm/
The Atlantic Film Festival Association (AFFA) holds four events throughout the year. The Atlantic Film Festival is a 10-day event, screening films from Canada and around the world, and showcasing Atlantic Canadian films and artists. During the first three days of the Festival, AFFA simultaneously runs Strategic Partners, an international co-production market focusing on film & TV and early stage projects that is limited to 200 top industry players from around the world. In the spring, the AFFA holds the ViewFinders: International Film Festival for Youth, a 5-day event designed to engage, entertain and educate young people. The AFF Outdoor Film Experience, (formerly alFresco filmFesto) is the AFFA's outdoor summer film series held on the Halifax waterfront.
Attendance
The 2005 festival experienced a 24 per cent attendance increase from the previous year with 29,400 in overall attendance, including 28 sold-out screenings and events. In 2007 attendance was up 18 per cent over 2006, with a record-setting 33,500 people taking part in the 27th annual event.