Vancouver Film Festivals |
Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival
February 16 - 24, 2007
www.vimff.org
The Festival's goal is to approach the outdoor communities of the Pacific North-West, and to offer them films and slide presentations dealing with mountain culture and mountain sports. The Festival will also create a platform for the exchange of ideas between filmmakers, outdoor activists, and the public, while at the same time it will support the most artistic and effective ways of communicating outdoor related issues.
Reel 2 Real - International Film Festival for Youth
February 23 - March 2, 2007
www.eciad.ca/r2r
Aided by digital technology, young filmmakers are producing utterly amazing films these days. This festival celebrates the best of these future Spielberg's. All films are judged by a jury of peers and the winners will amaze you. Highly recommended.
Women In Film Festiva
March 8 - March 11, 2007
www.womeninfilm.ca
This annual event debuted on September 7, 2000 and has been a resounding success ever since. The 2nd Annual WIFVV Women in Film Festival BC festival days would be on March 8th (International Women's Day) through March 11th, 2007, in association with the WIFTI Short Film Showcase.
BridgeFest
May 6, 2007 / August 27, 2007
www.bridge-productions.com/bf.html
One of the largest international independent Film Fesitvals, bringing people, countries and continents together through the art of filmmaking; Vancouver-Canada; Belgrade-Serbia and Montenegro; Trebinje-Bosnia and Herzegovina; Kathmandu- Nepal.
PORTUGUESE FILM &VIDEO FESTIVAL
May 20, 2007 / June 5, 2007
www.portuguesefilm.com
The Portuguese Film & Video Festival is a celebration of the art form from the Portuguese-speaking world and Luso-descendents.
DOXA Documentary Film & Video Festival
May 22-27, 2007
www.vcn.bc.ca/doxa
Documentaries have emerged as one of the most popular film genres of the new millennium, and this festival has been celebrating the best of them since 2000. It has become extremely popular, especially for the interactive screenings that feature Q&A periods with the film's principals immediately after.
There is a focus on Canadian work, with films from around the world rounding out a well-rounded schedule.
Out on Screen - Queer Film & Video Festival
August 16 - 26, 2007
www.outonscreen.com
Vancouver's vibrant and visible gay and lesbian community celebrate the best in cinema as part of this new and increasingly popular film festival. Organizers support gay artists and filmmakers and give them an avenue through which to exhibit their work. The movie going public is lucky, as their hard work allows us to view works from talented artists who might otherwise never be seen.
VidFest
September 24th to 26th
www.vidfest.com
Vancouver International Digital Festival (VIDFEST) is a meeting of the top creative minds working in digital media and an international showcase of the superlative in digital film, animation, and interactive design.
Vancouver International Film Festival
27 September - 12 October 2007
www.VIFF.org
This year marks the 26th anniversary of this influential international film festival. It focuses on Canadian filmmakers, giving them a much needed venue at which to gain attention. Organizers also feature works from as far away as South Africa and Lebanon. In the past, films like Motorcycle Diaries, The Corporation and The Last Wedding have been featured at this exceptional festival.
Now, with a brilliant new facility 1181 Seymour St., the festival looks to grow even more in both prestige and international relevance. Watch for it this Fall.
Vancouver Latin American Film Festival
September, 2007
www.vlaff.org
This annual, non-competitive festival provides insight into Latin American social issues, and celebrate the rich traditions of these diverse countries. It also promotes dialogue between cultures and explores historical and social issues through the eyes of filmmakers.
Vancouver Asian Film Festival
November 1 - 4, 2007
www.vaff.org
Vancouver's multiculturalism is reflected in this burgeoning film festival. It highlights the work of Asian filmmakers from around the world. Organizers have made their mandate to bridge the gap between Asian movies and Canadian audiences. No small feat, but a great range of films and workshops seems to be doing a great job so far.
RESFEST Touring Digital Film Festival
November 2007
www.resfest.ca
The Vancouver leg of the touring RESFEST festival is held at the Vancouver International Film Centre. Featuring a huge range of digital works, the event brings the year's best short films, music videos and animation to major cities on three continents.