Vancouver international film festival 170 films starting soon.

That’s a great event to look forward to! The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) is a major celebration of cinema here.Based on the current information, VIFF 2025 is scheduled to run from Thursday, October 2nd to Sunday, October 12th.Here are some highlights of what you can expect: * Extensive Program: The festival features a spectacular roster of over 170 feature films and 80 shorts, showcasing exceptional cinema from around the globe. * Film Variety: The lineup includes Canadian and international premieres, documentaries, features from different genres, and a focus on various countries (like a “Spotlight on Korea” this year). * Special Events: Beyond the film screenings, VIFF typically includes: * Galas and Special Presentations: High-profile screenings, sometimes with special guests. For example, the opening film for 2025 is Nouvelle Vague from director Richard Linklater. * VIFF Talks: Conversations and Q&A sessions with filmmakers, writers, and industry professionals. * VIFF Live: Unique events, including live performances and live scores to films. * Industry Events: Like the VIFF Amp Music in Media Summit, which focuses on music in film. * Venues: Screenings take place across various venues in Vancouver, including the VIFF Centre, Vancouver Playhouse, and others.It’s one of Canada’s largest film festivals, so there’s always a huge variety of content to explore! You can check the official VIFF website for the full schedule and ticket information.

October will be great in Vancouver. Yay for the shorts!