UWPG Film Festival

If you didn't get the chance to watch some of the films in our programs, don't worry, we've got you covered. The UWPG Film Festival will be showcasing all of the screenings online on our YouTube channel at 7 PM. Explore our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@uwpgfilmfestival8197

Keynote Speaker

Tonight at 6:30 PM, join local filmmaker & University of Winnipeg film graduate Ervin Chartrand in a one-hour discussion about his filmmaking journey and new projects he is working on. I'm Ervin Chartrand, a proud Metis/Ojibway residing in Selkirk, Manitoba. My journey began 28 years ago, sparked by a simple question that led me to explore my family's history. In doing so, I unearthed the painful truth that my mother was a survivor of the residential school system, casting me as a second-generation survivor. This revelation opened one of the darkest chapters in Canadian history for me. Born in Winnipegosis with deep roots in Pine Creek First Nations and Winnipeg, my early life was characterized by poverty, violence, and a path that led me into a life of crime. A pivotal moment came when I received a nine-year prison sentence for involvement in organized crime. However, while behind bars, I seized the opportunity to enhance my education. After my release in 2002, I was inspired to enroll in a broadcasting course. By 2011, I worked on various film sets and explored acting for a few years, eventually embarking on a self-taught filmmaking career. Fueled by newfound passion and purpose, I pursued my film career after graduating from the University of Winnipeg with a degree in Film Studies in 2017. My return to this journey was marked by the revelation of my mother's residential school survivorship during my incarceration. This revelation strengthened my resolve to preserve and share Indigenous stories, histories, and culture. My unwavering belief in the power of storytelling has driven me to dedicate myself to ensuring the continuation of these essential narratives. #UWPGFF23 #UWPGFF

Panel 2

Day 2 of the UWPG Film Festival kicks things off with an exciting panel on Manitoba’s independent film industry. Navigating Manitoba's Independent Film Culture | Winnipeg is one of the great cities in the world to nurture as an independent filmmaker, but presents a challenging landscape to navigate for most young and aspiring artists. Where do you start? Who will be your collaborators? How do you make a living using your craft? What can you do to improve your craft? All these questions and more will be addressed in an upcoming panel discussion with Tamara Roshka, Sara Bulloch, Taryn Edgeworth and moderator Bendrix. Join this dynamic group as they share their journeys and insights into forging an independent career path in film. The discussion will also touch on the numerous opportunities and connections made through Winnipeg's vibrant film community.

Festival launches tonight!

The UWPG Film Festival (UWPGFF) launches tonight! We're kicking things off with our exciting Shorts program that showcases short films from right here in Manitoba, Canada, and from around the globe. Don't miss the Super 6 Series, starting at 7 PM sharp, and then stick around for our Shorts 1 program, beginning at 8:15 PM. Lastly, don’t forget to check out the 2023 award nominees on our website. ✨Full festival program available on our website 📍The festival is free to attend. Festival Dates: October 18 - 20 Encore Online Screening: October 21 See you tonight at the UWPG Film Festival!

Last Call

🎥✨Last call, filmmakers! 🎬 Today is the FINAL day to submit your films! #UWPGFF23 #FinalCountdown

🍿Popcorn’s popping and projectors are prepping! Just THREE days left, Canadian post-secondary filmmakers 🇨🇦🎥! #UWPGFF23 #ThreeDaysAndCounting

🎥 Get ready to roll, Canadian post-secondary filmmakers! The countdown is on with just 4 days left until the Canadian submission deadline! 🍁🎬Don’t miss your shot at seeing your film on the big screen! #UWPGFF23 #4DaysToGo

📽️ Lights, camera, action! 🎬 Just one month left to get your films in for the UWPG Film Festival! Don’t miss out on the chance to showcase your creativity. Submit before October 1st and be part of the reel excitement! 🌟 #UWPGFF23 #OneMonthLeft #GetYourFilmsIn Submit your films here: https://filmfreeway.com/UWPGFilmFestival

Submissions close on September 23rd. Don't miss your opportunity to submit your film. #UWPGFF22

Submissions close in 4 weeks! Don’t miss the opportunity to submit your film and have the chance to have your film screened from October 19 - 22.

Another year, and another amazing lineup of student work from not only Canadian students, but from students throughout the world. Thank you for tuning in, and thank you to all of the wonderful filmmakers and our incredible team of staff, sponsors, supporters and volunteers for making this happen. The Festival would not have been possible without your support. If you missed the award winners announcement, don't worry! You can read all about the winners on our blog and website. Make sure to head over to www.uwpgfilmfestival.com/blog for more info. If you missed the panels or talks when they were live, we have them up on our YouTube channel, which you can also access through the website. We're signing off now for a while, everyone - but feel free to send us a message if you need to get in touch. We're always glad to hear from you. For now, stay safe, wear your masks, wash your hands and spread the love. We hope to see you next year. 👋🏼❤️

Our stream is LIVE for our FINALE night of the UWPG Film Festival. Join at uwpgfilmfestival.com/live for 7:00 PM (CST) Tonight: our Canadian Shorts Program: Feels like home. 🎥 come and join the watch party! #filmfestival #livestream #studentfilm

Were LIVE on YouTube. Go to uwpgfilmfestival.com/live to find the stream! Tonight: Our international Shorts Program: You can be anywhere. 🎥 🌏 🌎 🌍 we cant wait for you to see this! #filmfestival #livestream #studentfilm

Don't forget to vote for the "Audience Choice" Award at the festival! Voting page will close tomorrow, October 23 at 11:59pm! Make those votes count! Head to uwpgfilmfestival.com/vote! You can only vote once per day.

Our stream is LIVE for night 3 of the UWPG Film Festival. Join at uwpgfilmfestival.com/live Tonight, our Animated Shorts Program: Imagine Your Reality • we cant wait for you to see these incredible short films! #filmfestival #livestream #studentfilm #uwpgff21

Today at 1 PM (CST) "Super Six with Film Training Manitoba" on Zoom! Film Training Manitoba (FTM) and the UWPG Film Festival are offering a deluxe Zoom training session with a group of film industry professionals about jobs and careers in the film industry. During this moderated session, the panelists will speak about their personal experiences and we will also take questions from the participants. If you are looking at finding your way into Manitoba’s growing film industry and you are seeking tips and best practices about opportunities, this session is for you! Zoom Meeting ID: 755 8051 9636 Passcode: UWPG

Thursday, October 21 - 10 AM (CST) Pitching doesn’t begin and end with scripts and projects in development. To be successful, filmmakers must learn to pitch themselves and what skills they bring to the table. Rebecca Gibson will demystify the pitch and teach you how to effectively introduce yourself, make a good impression, pitch your project and turn quick conversations into meaningful networking opportunities. Participants will have the opportunity to bring their own pitches and to receive feedback. This panel takes place Thursday, October 21 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM over Zoom! Register for the panel on our website or use this code to join in zoom: ID: 765 1660 6473 passcode UWPG 🎥

Our stream is LIVE for night 2 of the UWPG Film Festival. Join at uwpgfilmfestival.com/live Tonight: Our international Shorts Program: You can be anywhere. 🎥 🌏 🌎 🌍 we cant wait for you to see this! #filmfestival #livestream #studentfilm #UWPGFF21

Wednesday, October 20 at 3PM // Winnipeg Film Group serves as a resource for Manitoba filmmakers and video artists, providing access to affordable training, mentorship, production funding, experimentation opportunities, production and post production equipment and facilities along with local, national and international programming and distribution. Join us at this info session if you have any questions about what we do and how you can get involved. This panel takes place Wednesday, October 20 from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM over Zoom! Register for the panel on our website or use this code to join in zoom ID: 769 3242 5164 passcode UWPG 🎥