Our 44th Festival!
The annual Vancouver International Film Festival showcases exceptional cinema in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Our spectacular roster includes some of the best cinema from around the globe, talks, conferences, live performances and other unique events that celebrate film and film culture.
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Key Dates
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Apr 18: |
Early Submission Deadline |
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May 16: |
Regular Submission Deadline |
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May 30: |
Final Submission Deadline |
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Oct 2 – 12: |
VIFF 2025 |
Look Ahead
Films
Our 2025 roster will feature some of the finest and most anticipated cinema from around the globe, spanning features, documentaries, and shorts. Stay tuned for the complete program unveiling in early September.
Image: Universal Language, SUMMIT Award Winner, VIFF 2024
VIFF Live
Experiences that push the boundaries of traditional film festival programming, intersecting cinema culture with music, comedy, podcasting, and performance in unique, cinema-infused live shows.
VIFF Talks
From creators and showrunners to directors, writers, producers and craftspeople, VIFF Talks provide a treasure trove of inspiration for fellow creators, filmmakers, industry professionals and, of course, fans of their work.
Image: Across Generations with Alanis Obomsawin & Amanda Strong, VIFF 2024
VIFF Amp
An exploration of the intersection of music and sound in visual media featuring an expertly curated summit and musical showcases, all of which are designed to develop skills and create connections that can excel a career in film and television.
Image: Haleluya Hailu performing at Soundoff, VIFF Amp 2024
Industry
An exceptional opportunity for film and TV professionals at every level to hear directly from those setting the bar in the international and local industry today.
Image: Directing Breakthrough Television, VIFF 2024
VIFF Ignite
VIFF welcomes secondary students to experience exceptional international cinema. From stories of Indigenous activism to films that capture historic events, great world cinema challenges our perspectives and ignites imaginations.
Image: Searching for Amani, VIFF 2024
Catalyst
A cohort-based facilitated mentorship program, Catalyst provides its participants with the tools and experiences they need to embolden their cinematic voices and bring their projects to the next level.
Image: Catalyst Cohort 2024
Labs
In-depth, intimate conversations, workshops and case studies with celebrated filmmakers and local industry professionals.
Image: From Novel to Screen: Adapting The Sympathizer With Don McKellar, VIFF 2024
Signals
A unique interactive exhibition, Signals celebrates the creative power, playfulness, and storytelling potential of new technologies.
Image: Signals Exhibition, VIFF 2024