Montreal Independent Film Magazine

The Montreal Independent Film Festival focuses on showcasing independent films from Canada and around the globe. Initially founded at Cinema du Parc as an independent festival years ago, its international competition has become a popular platform for filmmakers to promote and display their work both online and at live events held at the cinema. These events are free to the public to support independent cinema and film distribution. The festival organizes bi-annual screenings

A woman obsessed with her image ends up drunkenly sleeping with the most awkward guy in the office. Fearing this mistake will harm her reputation, she manipulates him into believing he’s trapped in a time loop, reliving the same day repeatedly—without their intimate encounter. Today again is a comedy, directed by Molly Daniels and will be screening as a short film finalists of the Montreal independent Film Festival at the Cinema du Parc of Montreal. Molly Daniels is a writer,

Traditionally, education in private Catholic schools was characterized by strict oversight, rigid discipline, and enforced morality—often sacrificing individual freedom. This approach may have been inherited from a stern Church that once played a central role in the witch hunts, labeling witchcraft as a heretical and diabolical act. It is within this tension between authority and mysticism that our story unfolds: a quest for freedom in the face of a conservative ideology’s gr

Set against a melancholic, historical backdrop, The Last Lady is an experimental and intimate portrayal of Jane, a woman tied to a marriage upheld by love but worn down by silence and emotional restraint. Through a poetic and non-linear narrative, the film transitions between reality and dream-like states, revealing another side of Jane — expressive, unsettling, and quietly liberated. As she grapples with expressing these inner experiences, the line between reality and imagin

Set in 1930s immigrant Toronto, "North of Harbord" is an animated journey depicting the conflicts between newly arrived Jewish-Canadians and Nazi-influenced anti-immigrant agitators. It offers insight into a neglected chapter of Canadian history, highlighting a narrative of resilience and boldness during challenging times. The film will be shown at Montreal's Cinema du Parc alongside other short film finalists from the Montreal Independent Film Festival on May 10th. Mateusz

A youth pastor finds himself in a challenging and introspective situation when he is confronted with a series of probing questions regarding his own sexuality following an uncomfortable first date. This date, which he had initially anticipated with excitement and hope, took an unexpected turn that left him feeling vulnerable and uncertain. The conversation that unfolded was not just about the typical first-date small talk; instead, it delved into deeper, more personal territo

In La Traversée, a young man departs from France in 1911 on the S.S. Pretorian, fueled by aspirations of a better future in Canada. Inspired by a letter he penned during his journey, the film follows his emotional and physical voyage across the Atlantic. Initially captivated by the ship's lively decks and expansive seascapes, he soon confronts the harsh realities of third-class travel—tight quarters, constant seasickness, and the challenges of rough seas. Nevertheless, moment

"Testament of a Murdered Woman," directed by Zacharie Pain and featuring Em Anita, will be screened during the annual short film event at the Montreal Independent Film Festival. This screening is scheduled for May 10th from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Cinema du Parc in Montreal. Set in a small farming village at the beginning of the 20th century, the story follows Monica Harris, a single black mother sentenced to death for killing her neighbor, Earl Watts, a rural man notorious for a

The Montreal Independent Film Festival (MIFF) offers a unique blend of seasonal and annual components in a hybrid format. Annual screenings occur twice a year for finalists of the year at Montreal's Cinema du Parc. The seasonal competition offers marketing, press and online screening for nominees of each season throughout the year. In recent years, MIFF Canada has emerged as one of the most renowned international festivals dedicated to celebrating independent filmmaking and

Robert Duvall, renowned for his performances in classic films like "The Godfather," "The Godfather Part II," "M*A*S*H," "Apocalypse Now," and "Tender Mercies," for which he won an Academy Award, has passed away, as announced by his wife on social media Monday. He was 95. "To the world, he was an Academy Award-winning actor, a director, a storyteller. To me, he was simply everything," she expressed. "His passion for his craft was matched only by his deep love for characters, a

The Montreal Independent Film Festival (MIFF) is a hybrid event featuring both seasonal and annual components. Annual screenings occur at...

In 2020, five friends decide to seclude themselves in a holiday home to enjoy each other's company despite the pandemic restrictions....

The Montreal Independent Film Festival is a hybrid event occurring both seasonally and annually, featuring film screenings at Montreal's...

The latest 2025 annual screening of the Montreal Independent Film Festival (MIFF) took place from May 23rd to May 25th, showcasing an...

"Village Keeper" explores a family's struggle with hidden domestic abuse and unresolved anger that silently persists across generations....

A young couple tries to save their marriage by joining a tango class. As they dance, they discover parallels to their relationship. In...

Orion is a distinctive lyrical documentary that intricately follows the journey of a river surfer who boldly challenges the limits posed...

In the animated short film "Henrietta Finds a Nest," a young chick named Henrietta embarks on a touching journey from being neglected at...

A father devises a plan to teach his physically disabled son how to bag groceries, aiming for him to secure a job and achieve...

An unconventional director on the rise travels to Cannes, Berlin, New Caledonia, Australia, and England to create her latest art house...

Deserter is a short narrative film about a Norwegian soldier who leaves the war behind to confront the tortured recesses of his soul. The...

Lee Gunner attempts to rescue his sons, Luke and Travis, from a perilous drug gang. Lee Gunner, a devoted father with a fierce...

Lou Wells has hit rock bottom after a promising start to a career in Hollywood, a place where dreams are made and broken in equal...

Irene and her sister-in-law Sophie must confront their mutual grief and an uncertain future as they navigate their differences over the...

AFTER - Bringing The Dead Back To Life explores the creative duty of writers when confronted with catastrophe and genocide. Do they...

The documentary "Saffron Robe" explores the life of a respected Buddhist abbot in the remote northern region of Laos as he faces the...

After a lifetime dedicated to the military, Colonel Augusto Almendros now enjoys a well-deserved retirement in a picturesque mountain...

The music video "Redemption" presents intense themes centered on self-preservation and insecurities, exploring the complex emotional...

The Montreal Independent Film Festival, held both seasonally and annually, is a hybrid event featuring bi-annual film screenings at...

East is a series directed by Dana Marisa Schoenfeld. The project is about a recently engaged, thriving corporate attorney who gets fired...

David Lynch, the renowned American filmmaker, writer, and artist, celebrated for his Oscar-nominated films such as Blue Velvet , The...

'Crick Risin' directed by Mia Schmidt is an intense exploration of excess, delving deep into the complexities of modern existence and the...

Sometimes, kidnapping seems like the best solution. The gentle academic Phillip Rayburn has unlocked the secret to time travel but needs...

In a future where artificial intelligence reigns supreme in the realm of artistic expression, a collective of artists led by the Grand...

"Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic" delves deep into the heart-wrenching reality of gun violence, particularly in the volatile setting...

"Deer Girl" delves deep into the intricate web of emotions that bind Rachele to her past, portraying a poignant tale of a young woman...

‘Death in Palermo’ is a captivating hour-long documentary that delves deep into the unsettling reality behind the Rotoli cemetery in...

Wild Coast Warriors depicts the long history of indigenous communities living in harmony with nature while defending their land against...

"ROCANCOURT, The Film" is a psychological documentary inspired by the life of Christophe Rocancourt, a man who maneuvered through the...

STEALING THE SKY features a diverse ensemble cast and combines drama with dry humor, presenting a collection of interconnected stories...

Sometimes one phone call can change your life. Kate Swanson left her Michigan hometown behind more than a decade ago, reinventing herself...

"If the dead come home" is a powerful short documentary film that delves into the heart-wrenching reality of a new Yezidi mass grave...

8-year-old Billie leans on her vivid imagination, and her loyal best friend Sherry, to unravel the web of secrets shrouding her mother’s...

Days after 9/11, Blerim Skoro was recruited from a Manhattan prison by the CIA. For over a decade, he was America’s infidel mole, roaming...

After her husband dies in a lab fire, a widowed mother of an autistic son must try to piece her life together while uncovering what...

"Hold" is a captivating short drama film that delves into the intimate moments of an early morning when a phone call sets in motion a...

The Montreal Independent Film Festival was established to support, promote, and showcase independent films of all genres from around the...

"ALICE -- The Girl with the Birthmark" is a captivating short film that delves into the intricate world of a young girl named Alice....

The most recent edition of the Montreal Independent Film Festival's annual screening took place at the Cinema du Parc in Montreal on...

Jetzt Song is an experimental short film. In a speculative future scenario, a woman has achieved near immortality through technological...