Announcing the KCFF Doc Factory!
We’re excited to announce our latest filmmaking program, the KCFF Doc Factory! This 6-month-long course at the Broom offers training and foundational knowledge about documentary filmmaking through screenings, lectures, and hands-on experience. The resulting short docs will be premiered in a new showcase at KCFF25. Applications are being accepted until June 30, 2024. Check out all […]
We’re Hiring!
The Kingston Canadian Film Festival is hiring a full-time Director of Development. This staff member will be responsible for coordinating and implementing sponsorship and charitable giving campaigns, while also assisting with grant writing and other duties connected to development. Some responsibilities will include: managing all press relations procuring and stewarding sponsorship procuring and stewarding charitable […]
Slaight Music Video Program Info Session
KCFF and the Kingston Music Office will be hosting an info session for the fourth annual Slaight Music Video Program during Spring Reverb! Join us at Monte’s (200 Ontario St.) on Saturday, June 1st between 5 – 7pm to learn all about this program, which pairs local musicians with local production companies to produce music videos […]
Celebrating YGK on National Canadian Film Day
Here at KCFF, every day is national Canadian film day! But, for one day a year, our friends at Reel Canada organize celebrations from coast-to-coast-to-coast, highlighting and showcasing our national cinema on a grand scale. This year, the official National Canadian Film Day is April 17 and the works of heavy-hitters like Cronenberg, Polley, Villeneuve, […]
Apply to join the next edition of the 18 MM Program
After a wildly successful first edition, we are delighted to announce that we’re now accepting applications for the second edition of the 18 MM Program! This course and workshop series aims at providing participants with basic knowledge of the cinematic art and the necessary skills for filmmaking practice. Selected participants will receive 9 months of training, culminating […]
2024 Award Winners
Best Youth Short Finalists PAPER CUTTERDirector: Conlan Sleeth MR DARCYDirectors: Naomi Owen and Drew Shaver SPRINGTIMEDirector: Eva Masson Jury Taryn Cates, Festival Event Coordinator at Hot Docs Film Festival Alison Cartan, member of the Features Screening Committee, Vancouver International Film Festival Scott Meyers, Senior Manager at YourTV/Cogeco Winner MR DARCYDirectors: Naomi Owen and Drew Shaver […]
Day 2 Recap
Yesterday was a blast! Packed houses for DARK HIGHWAY, KILL VICTORIA, and Bruce McCulloch. Day three sees the kick-off of KCFF’s first full-blown Industry Day! Starting at 1pm, we’ll have a host of panels, table talks and networking events happening at the Isabel. Whether you’re interested in acting, directing, criticism, or music, there’s loads of […]
Opening Night Highlights
We had a fabulous time at last night’s Opening Gala! Many thanks to director Fawzia Mirza for joining us for the Q&A, and to Tulips & Maple for catering our post-show reception. And thanks to all of you who braved the blustery weather to join us! And over at the Grand Theatre, Godspeed You! Black […]
Francophone films and Retrospectives
French films If you’ve been to KCFF before, you’ll know that our French Canadian films are some of the best of the fest, and this year is no exception. From Charles-Olivier Michaud, we have a gorgeous adaptation of Kim Thúy’s award-winning novel RU, which tells the story of a prosperous Vietnamese family forced to flee […]
Beyond the films: Industry Day, special guests and more!
Industry Day KCFF and Queen’s Film & Media will present the inaugural Industry Day on Friday, March 1 at the Isabel Bader Centre! There’s a full day of workshops, panels, and networking events planned, with dozens of KCFF guests, industry professionals, and Queen’s alumni. From directing to composing to criticism, there’s solid info and advice […]
In the Local Limelight
When it comes to local content you’re spoiled for choice this year! From short films to retrospectives to an Oscar-nominated Queen’s alumnus, there’s loads of YGK at KCFF24. KCVI and Queen’s alum Audrey Cummings’ PLACE OF BONES stars Heather Graham as a ranch owner attempting to protect her daughter and home from outlaws escaping a failed robbery. […]
Free workshop: Practical Tips For How to Pitch Your Film/Media Project
Tuesday, February 13 5:30 pm-8:30 pm Broom Factory / 305 Rideau St Learn the secrets of nailing your film/media project pitch at our in-person event, where we’ll share tips to help you succeed! Tourism Kingston Film and Media along with Kingston Canadian Film Festival invites media creatives to join us at The Broom Factory for an informative event where you’ll […]