Edmonton Short Film Festival

01/14/2025

The first two people to answer the following question will win 2 passes for the movie "September 5".

Question: Where are we screening films this weekend?

"SEPTEMBER 5" IS IN THEATRES NATIONWIDE JANUARY 17, 2025

Synopsis: September 5 unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today. Set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, the film follows an American Sports broadcasting team that quickly adapted from sports reporting to live coverage of the Israeli athletes taken hostage. Through this lens, "September 5" provides a fresh perspective on the live broadcast seen globally by an estimated one billion people at the time.At the heart of the story is Geoff (John Magaro), a young and ambitious producer striving to prove himself to his boss, the legendary TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard). Together with German interpreter Marianne (Leonie Benesch) and his mentor Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin), Geoff unexpectedly takes the helm of the live coverage. As narratives shift, time ticks away, and conflicting rumours spread, with the hostages' lives hanging in the balance, Geoff grapples with tough decisions while confronting his own moral compass. Paramount Pictures The TARO Group

https://youtu.be/Azud40CQ3IE?si=xYZDxDUCQ1hk5wtJ

“Masterful and heart-pounding.” Watch the new trailer for - in select theatres December 13 and nationwide January 17."September 5" unveils t...

12/21/2024

12/18/2024

A few more pics of the filming day on December 14!

The Edmonton Short Film Festival with generous support from the Edmonton Screen Industries Office offered a day of mentoring to under-represented individuals who want to learn more about working in the film industry in Edmonton.
Starting with a mentee's script right through to our post production, our mentors gave generously their time and knowledge to work with a diverse group of men and women.

12/14/2024

Makeup, hair and wardrobe for Chance Encounter - film for Film Career Development Program

12/14/2024

Setting up for filming “Chance Encounter” the script for the Film Career Development Program

12/11/2024

Meet Jessi Toms, our 2024 Marketing Director! Jesse is amazing and with her assistance our reach expanded hugely! We look forward to having her back for 2025!

12/10/2024

Interview with Tracy Pickett for the film "Gone Fishing" at our 2024 Edmonton Short Film Festival.

12/09/2024

Exciting Updates from the ESFF Film Career Development Program (FCDP)!

Production is in full swing for the FCDP!

🌟 Film Shoot Happening December 14!

Shooting in mid-December brings unique challenges with weather and light, but we’re ready to tackle them head-on with the expertise and guidance of our amazing Mentors and the unwavering support from the film sector and local community.
A huge shoutout to ESIO, EPR, Studio Post, and all the Mentors for making this program possible! Your contributions are helping us create an empowering and transformative experience.

About the FCDP
This program is dedicated to fostering inclusivity in the film industry by providing hands-on opportunities for individuals from under-represented communities, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, Women, and individuals with Disabilities. Mentees, paired with Mentors in their chosen areas of interest, are actively learning the filmmaking process and building their careers.

Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the big shoot!

Together, we’re building a more inclusive film industry!

12/05/2024

Interview with Dan Schiff for the film "Apocalypse Book Club" at our 2024 Edmonton Short Film Festival.

12/04/2024

Interview with Director Ben Harman of the film"Hope You're Doing Well" at our 2024 Edmonton Short Film Festival.

12/03/2024

Meet Lily, our 2024 Filmmaker Liaison! Lily watched every film that we received for our 2024 Call for Submissions and then assigned the film to one of our 7 Adjudicators!

11/24/2024

CASTING CALL! Film Career Development Program. PAID, NON-UNION. Shooting December 14 (see shared posting below for details).

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