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Events Description
Experience the magic of film as the 19th Annual Hamilton Film Festival returns this fall to the Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre.
With genres including comedy, drama, documentary, and emerging categories, there is something for everyone. For the most up-to-date festival line-up and ticket information, visit the Hamilton Film Festival website.
Films are not rated. Viewer discretion is advised unless noted as Family or For Kids.
Friday October 18th – Opening Night
LOCAL SHORTS!
Friday October 18th, 6:30pm, $12
Q&A after the movies
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, On
Free parking on site.
Q&A will happen after the program with attending filmmakers
Kick of the festival with an eclectic viewing of short films from Hamilton, and the surrounding area!
Blink and You’ll Miss It / Experimental / 1min / Jason Lamb
The Wait / 2min / Animation / Chelsea Irwin
Figaro, Figaro / 13min / Action / Chris Kabisoso
Over The Edge / 7min / Drama / Jenna Harder
The Stain / 5min / Comedy / Constance Hilton
Perseverance / 1min / Animation / Chelsea Irwin
Capsule / 13min / SciFi Comedy Drama / Dani Kind
EarthWorm / 16m / Experimental / Phillip Barker
Dick Move / 13m / Comedy / Scott Morris
Clementine / 14min / Comedy / Drama / Beth Evans
The Understudy / 13m / Drama / Peter Pasyk
T-Bone / 8min / Drama / Zachary Bennett
A THOUSAND CUTS
Mystery / Thriller / 90min
Written and Directed by Jake Horowitz (3-time HFF Alumni)
Friday October 18th, 9:30pm, $12
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, On
Free parking on site.
Q&A will happen after the program with attending filmmakers
GATEKEEPERS
6min / Short / Jason & Ben Speir
Short film before the feature
After signing up for a literal elevator pitch, a screenwriter grapples with the conflicting advice from three very different producers.
Saturday October 19th
INDUSTRY TALKS 1
Saturday October 19th
10am – 2:30pm, $12
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, Room 213
SHORT MIX
Saturday October 19th, 1pm, $12
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, On
DREAM EATER
86m / Canada / Alex Lee Williams, Jay Drakulic, Mallory Drumm
Saturday October 19th, 3pm, $12
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, On
Drama Shorts (107min)
Saturday October 19th, 6:30pm, $12
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, On
Free parking on site.
A popular choice annually, the drama shorts program is an excellent choice for your cinematic pallet.
Movies start at 6:30pm sharp
Q&A will happen after the program with attending filmmakers
Thrills and Chills
A mix of short films showcasing the darker side of things including Dark Comedy, Dark Drama, Thriller & Horror.
Saturday October 19th, 9:30pm, $12
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St. E, Ancaster, On
Free parking on site.
Movies start at 9:30pm sharp
Q&A will happen after the program with attending filmmakers
Sunday October 20th
Industry Talks 2
Sunday October 20th
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, Room 213
10am – Imagine Magic
11:30am – Young Filmmakers
Free with ticket
Kids Can Film
Sunday October 20th, 1pm, $10
Family / Probably the most fun you will have!
Movies made by the kids during the Winter Break, March Break, and Summer Camp
(please note the Teen movies will be at 3pm)
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
All screenings and public events unless otherwise noted $99 + HST ($300+ value)
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
October 18 – 27, 2024
Venue:
Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson Street E, Hamilton
Free parking on site
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