While on a routine ice fishing trip, a fisherman realizes that with his rod, a line, a hook and a message in a jar, he can communicate with his late wife beyond the grave.

Director: Josh Wood
Genre: Thriller, Horror, Fantasy
Country: Canada

A desperate animator tries to show his wiener to animation legend Don Hertzfeldt.

Director: Vinson Chan
Calgary Filmmaker
Premiere Status: Ontario Premiere
Genre: Animation/Comedy
Country: Canada

In a waiting room, Nathalie meets Caroline. A parental competition slowly intrudes between them. They discuss, but do not listen to each other. They “monologue”. And with that, it's showtime!

Director: Charlie Côté
Female Québec Director
Genre: Drama/Comedy
Country: Canada
Awards: 2 Nominations
Student Film

French synopsis : Dans une salle d’attente, Nathalie rencontre Caroline. Une compétition parentale s’immisce doucement entre elles. Elles discutent, mais ne s’écoutent pas. Elles « monologuent » à deux. Place au théâtre!

Caught between tradition and her desire for childhood joy, Rümeysa, a 7 year-old, defies her mother’s insistence on early maturity, determined to hold onto her playful spirit despite societal expectations of marriage in their village.

Director: Ace Kazkayasi
Female Canadian Director
Genre: Drama
Country: Turkey

PREMIERE SCREENING
On a chilly holiday afternoon, Mia embarks on a journey of introspection as she trails a figure from her past, confronting the memories that have shaped her life and led her to this moment.

Trigger Warning:

This film contains themes and imagery related to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), including the loss of a child and parental grief. These elements may be distressing for some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know has been affected by infant loss, please consider reaching out to a support network or organization specializing in grief counseling.

Director: Jamie Knox
Premiere Status: World Premiere
Genre: Drama/Mystery
Country: Canada