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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 16, 2026

8 VIFF Films That Deserve a Closer Look

The 45th Vancouver International Film Festival showcased prominent international titles alongside a diverse array of hidden gems. Beyond the major awards contenders, critics highlighted eight standout narrative and documentary films that offered fresh perspectives on unexpected subjects. From experimental historical documentaries to intimate character portraits, these selected works spanned multiple countries and genres. They provided festivalgoers with unique glimpses into marginal lives, political histories, and universal themes of displacement and identity.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 9, 2026

Beyond Hollywood North: Vancouver's Indie Film Ecosystem

For decades, Vancouver has served primarily as a stand-in for other American cities, drawing Hollywood productions with its landscapes and tax incentives. However, a vibrant shift is underway within the city's independent film community. Local filmmakers are increasingly choosing to portray Vancouver as itself, crafting authentic stories rooted in the unique social and cultural fabric of the region rather than masking it as Seattle or New York.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 9, 2026

VIFF Winner Marie Clements Unpacks Musical Doc ‘Reclaim My Skin’

Métis and Dene filmmaker Marie Clements is bringing her new three-part musical documentary series, “Reclaim My Skin,” to the Vancouver International Film Festival. The screening follows her recent victory at the festival, where her feature “How We Stand” won the Arbutus Award recognizing British Columbia filmmaking. The series explores how colonization has stripped Indigenous women and Two-Spirit people of their power. It highlights how participants are reclaiming their voices through activism, politics, and the arts, marking what Clements describes as a renaissance time for Indigenous creators.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 8, 2026

VIFF and Málaga Film Festival Launch Emerging Filmmaker Exchange

The Vancouver International Film Festival and Spain's Málaga Film Festival have announced a new cultural and professional exchange partnership. The initiative connects their emerging talent programs, VIFF Catalyst and Málaga Talent, offering early-career creators international exposure.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 8, 2026

Vancouver Film Festival Announces 2026 Juried Award Winners

The 45th Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) announced its juried award winners, celebrating standout independent and international cinema. Top honors went to films exploring identity, community, and the immigrant experience. Key winners included Geneviève Dulude-De Celles' 'Nina Roza' and Nyla Innuksuk's 'In the Heart of the South', both praised for their cinematic polish and compelling storytelling.

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