The entertainment landscape is evolving at lightning speed. From AI and streaming dominance to shifting audience habits and Hollywood’s new realities, industry leaders explore the forces reshaping film and television. Gain insights into the future of content creation, marketing, and distribution in this pivotal conversation. Resented by MovieMaker Moderated by : Tim Malloy, Publisher

Babette's Feast - A Culinary Classic At once a rousing paean to artistic creation, a delicate evocation of divine grace, and the ultimate film about food, the Oscar-winning Babette’s Feast is a deeply beloved treasure of cinema. Directed by Gabriel Axel and adapted from a story by Isak Dinesen, it is the lovingly layered tale of a […]

A diverse collection of documentary films capturing real lives, raw truths, and unexpected journeys. The films included in this showcase are: Shanti Rides Shotgun, Georgie, Hustle and Run, 300, and Richard Neutra's Maslon House. A Filmmaker Q&A will immediately follow the screenings.

A dynamic conversation with the women shaping the future of the industry. Meet the groundbreaking women redefining cinema’s future. This panel unites producers, filmmakers, and creative leaders to share insights, challenges, and triumphs from the set to the boardroom. A powerful discussion on leadership, representation, and the impact of female voices in shaping storytelling. Presented […]

An inspiring showcase of films that capture resilience, rivalry, and the spirit of competition—showing how the pursuit of victory reaches far beyond the field. The films included in this showcase are: Passarinho, Interloper, Starting Line, As Tough As Ice, Bike Short, and A Good Day Will Come. A Filmmaker Q&A will immediately follow the screenings.

Set in 1977 and based on a true story, Tony Kiritsis, a former real estate developer puts a dead man's switch on himself and the mortgage banker who did him wrong, demanding $5 million and a personal apology. Then join us at the Tavern for an after party!

Behind every jaw-dropping chase, fight, and fall is a fearless stunt team making the impossible look effortless. Seasoned stunt performers and coordinators reveal the craft behind designing action, balancing practical special effects, and the training it takes to bring high-risk, high-reward moments to the screen. Moderated by Deadline 

A powerful and imaginative selection of shorts that blend artistry, emotion, and inventive storytelling across cultures and styles. The films included in this showcase are: The Little Ancestor, Wednesdays with Gramps, Budō, Hoofs on Skates, Wan, Forever, Teddy On the Edge, Stalking The Bogeyman, and Hurikán. Q&A with filmmakers will immediately follow the screenings.

For the children and women of all wars, it never leaves. Land of the Mustaches is an autobiographical story of a young girl growing up in the Displaced Persons refugee camps with her mother and grandmother after World War Two left them starving and stateless, and her father's disappearance into Stalin's notorious Gulag labor camps […]

From soundscapes to visual effects, editing rhythms to wardrobe and design, discover how today’s creators harness technology and artistry to push the boundaries of storytelling and elevate the magic of cinema.

A dynamic selection of films that explore unique voices and fresh perspectives, offering powerful stories and thought-provoking themes. The films included in this showcase are Main Man, The Heart of Texas, Flavor of the Month, What It's Like To Be Okay, and Butterfly on a Wheel. A Filmmaker Q&A will immediately follow the screenings.

Back by popular demand, this panel brings together some of the most talented and diverse writers in the industry. Learn from their experience as they share how to craft and deliver a winning pitch, offering insights, strategies, and behind-the-scenes stories from the writers’ room to the big screen. Panelist include CIFF Screenwriter Competition Jury Suzanne […]