Official 2026 Film Lineup
FRI AUG 14, 6PM
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An imaginative young girl searching for her mother's affection during a family getaway discovers a mythical creature that changes everything.
Featuring: Directed by Bronwen Spolsky, recipient of Toronto Metropolitan University's Norman Jewison Award for Best Script.
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Through the stories of Prabhmeet, Manpreet and Simran, this documentary explores identity, belonging and community in Brampton's evolving South Asian diaspora.
Featuring: Directed by Amreen Kullar, whose cinematography has screened internationally, including award-winning work at Fantasia International Film Festival and CBC's Short Film Face Off.
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Discover how the small town of Goodwood, Ontario became the unforgettable backdrop for the Emmy Award-winning series Schitt's Creek, through the voices of the community that helped shape its legacy.
Featuring: Directed by Molly Ruby, featuring the residents and businesses of Goodwood—the real-life filming location of Schitt's Creek.
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A funeral home employee must set aside her own struggles to support a grieving mother facing the unimaginable loss of her daughter.
Featuring: Directed by Frank Tremblay.
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A socially isolated construction worker struggles to reclaim his freedom while serving a degrading parole sentence, forcing him to decide how far he'll go to regain control of his life.
Featuring: Directed by AFI Conservatory graduate Mitchell Greenberg. Starring: Robert Bazzocchi (Ripple, Gen V, Reacher, Fellow Travellers), Eric Roberts (Runaway Train, The Expendables, The Dark Knight), Ari Millen (The Oak Room, Orphan Black), Genevieve Kang (Locke & Key, The Strain)
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Bright young inventor Tinker builds a teleporter that launches him on an imaginative multimedia adventure filled with creativity and discovery.
Featuring: Directed by Rocket Moulinie.
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When Lemming learns Santa only visits homes with Christmas trees, she sets off across the Arctic with her animal friends to make Christmas possible.
Featuring: Directed by award-winning Inuit writer Jamesie Fournier, winner of the Independent Publisher Book Award for The Other Ones and participant in NBCUniversal's Indigenous Screenwriting Accelerator.
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When young monster AJ discovers a human hiding beneath the bed, the unlikely pair realize they share more in common than either expected.
Featuring: Directed by comedy filmmaker Euan O'Leary, known for heartfelt stories with an offbeat comedic voice.
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Through the perspective of a beekeeper allergic to bees, this documentary explores how fear can transform into understanding, connection and coexistence.
Featuring: Directed by documentary filmmaker Avery Sandford, featuring local beekeeper Sarah.
SAT AUG 15, 12:30 PM (family friendly)
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A cozy bed and breakfast stay turns unsettling as Nora and Liam begin to question the intentions of their mysterious host, Charles.
Featuring: Directed by Briana Templeton (The Handmaid's Tale, The Boys, What We Do in the Shadows). Starring Gwynne Phillips, Rodrigo Fernandez-Stoll (Son of a Critch) and Sharjil Rasool (What We Do in the Shadows).
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After discovering her back door standing open in the middle of the night, a woman begins to fear she is no longer alone in her home.
Featuring: Directed by horror filmmaker Karen Ralph, winner of Best Sci-Fi/Horror at the Toronto Independent Film Festival.
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Returning to his childhood home, Kerry and his partner Gina become trapped in a surreal reality that forces long-buried family memories to resurface.
Featuring: Directed by Enrico Ferri.
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A boastful shrimp and his human puppet chef face off against their culinary rival in an outrageous mockumentary celebrating immigrant resilience through absurd comedy.
Featuring: Directed by Toronto filmmaker Dylan Pun, known for his visually distinctive character-driven storytelling.
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A heartbroken man kidnaps the person he believes stole his girlfriend, setting the stage for a darkly comedic revenge story.
Featuring: Directed by John Bregar
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Returning to her high school reunion, Adèle confronts the classmates who once overlooked her after a dramatic personal transformation.
Featuring: Written and directed by Maude Demers-Rivard, developed under the mentorship of Ariane Louis-Seize.
SAT AUG 15, 6:30PM
SUN AUG 16, 12PM
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As 13-year-old Dara navigates puberty, tensions with her immigrant father and a fractured friendship force her to confront the anger she has inherited.
Featuring: Directed by award-winning filmmaker Kristina Mileska, whose films have screened at TIFF Kids, Whistler Film Festival and the Edmonton International Film Festival.
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When his best friend unexpectedly leaves town, Alex becomes consumed by memories that blur the line between truth, guilt and longing.
Featuring: Written and directed by actor and filmmaker Brielle Robillard, making her writing and directorial debut after more than 14 years in film and television.
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After moving to a new town, 13-year-old Lyla forms an unexpected bond with classmate Devon as they navigate grief, identity and the search for acceptance.
Featuring: Directed by award-winning filmmaker Andrea Ramolo, winner of the Canadian Ethnic Media Award for The South. Starring Emilee Ann Pitawanakwat and Nathalie Puts.
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Three young friends discover a mysterious girl growing from a poppy bush, uncovering dark secrets hidden deep within an enchanted forest.
Featuring: Directed by Toronto filmmaker Naomi Katz, whose work blends surrealism, fantasy and emotional storytelling.
2026 DFF JURY
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Amanda Rosenthal
Founder of ART Agency, representing actors for over 25 years across Canada and the U.S.
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Eric Whipp
Co-Founder and Supervising Colourist at Alter Ego, known for work on Mad Max: Fury Road, Furiosa, and Happy Feet.
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Geoff Ashenhurst
Award-winning editor with credits including Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Paramount.
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Jennifer Abrams
Senior Vice President of Content and Marketing at Corus Entertainment, overseeing Global TV and STACKTV.
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Monica Remba
Partner at School Editing, known for award-winning commercial and long-form editorial work.
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Marcus Feher
JURY CHAIR - With 18 years of industry experience, his credits include work on projects such as Marvel Zombies, Sausage Party, and the feature film David.
The Venue.
Films will be showcased in the Orangeville Opera House, a 273 seat professional theatre that will be decked out into a film theatre for the weekend. Originally built in 1875, the Opera House on the second floor of the Orangeville Town Hall was fully restored in 1993.
A visit to the Town of Orangeville reveals a vibrant community with impressive sights and activities. Our charming historic downtown offers a unique selection of restaurants, shops and cafes. The striking architecture and public art adorn the quaint streets while showcasing the history and creativity of the community. In and around Orangeville, the natural landscape offers opportunities for scenic vistas and outdoor adventures. Filling your time in Orangeville is easy, especially when each experience is infused with the welcoming spirit of those who call this town home. For more information, visit Love, Orangeville
The Dufferin Film Festival Awards Night celebrates exceptional filmmaking with awards recognizing the best of the festival, as voted by our jury. Join us for an inspiring evening of film, community, and creativity while connecting with talented industry professionals. The 2024 & 2025 awards night was a sold-out event, with a room of non-stop networking, laugher and celebration.