Ever wondered how films make it into festivals? This episode brings you face-to-face with Toronto-based film festival programmers who share the inside scoop on the film selection process. Discover what these experts look for, how trends are shaping programming decisions, and what sparks their excitement as they screen countless films. Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker or just curious about what goes on behind the scenes, this discussion is full of insights you won’t find anywhere else.
Featuring:
Ashleigh Rains (Canadian Film Fest)
Lu Linares (Inside Out)
Kelly Lui (Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival)
Marina Hanna (Reelworld Film Festival)
Zachary Goldkind (Future of Film Showcase)
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The Future of Film Showcase (FOFS) is a Canadian not-for-profit media arts organization presenting works from emerging Canadian Filmmakers, while at a crucial stage in their emergence as an artist and storyteller, as well as elevating work by women, BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, and other emerging creatives from traditionally marginalized communities. FOFS fosters the future of Canadian film by providing burgeoning artists and filmmakers with professional development opportunities, as well as a national platform through an annual film festival.
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