![]() We had a great time and we hope to be back again someday!" And they do cash prizes! That's not something you see at a lot of festivals these days, but it can really go a long way to helping out up-and-coming filmmakers. They were on the ball every step of the way and never left us in the dark, or an email unanswered. Communication was great with Katie and her team. The fest was incredibly well organized (which you can't say about a lot of others out there). "What a great festival! Very filmmaker focused, with lots of opportunities to network with other filmmakers (filmmaker brunch, podcast panel, Q&A, closing party, etc). – Julia Beney, 2019 – A Girl, A Boy, A Penny and a Very, Very, Very Long Road I will definitely submit to this festival again, and look forward to returning one day!" ![]() The Q&A's after the screenings allowed filmmakers to connect with audiences, and Katie asked some really insightful questions. ![]() "The team at Okotoks are so welcoming, kind, and hard working - a group of super stars for sure! They put together some valuable panel talks, and provided filmmakers with multiple networking opportunities. Great film selections and such a kind team. Their board, directors and team were a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. "Was a pleasure to show our film "Finch" at the Okotoks Film Festival. This is a festival you want to be a part of. As of this year, you can even add your nominations and awards on IMDb. Screening fees for selected films are also a bonus. The organizing committee did a great job of offering, not only screening of the selected films, but they had networking opportunities for filmmakers to connect with each other virtually. This festival delivers what filmmakers expect to see from a festival. Thank you to the OFF for putting on such a great festival!Įxcellent festival - great communication and very nice people. We had a great time being part of this festival with our doc, Sensei! The organizers were enthusiastic and fun and there were lots of options for getting involved. Thanks to all our sponsors, donors, Telefilm, and the Community Initiatives Program Grant from the Government of Alberta that fund our Festival and keep us running! During the Festival we also include networking opportunities for filmmakers and a 48-hour filmmaking competition, an audience favorite. This international professional festival is a joy for audience and filmmakers alike. ![]() The Festival is an annual international film festival offering programming for all ages including a variety of film screenings, workshops, and galas. Read or download our full Inclusion Policy here. The Society believes that individuals should not face judgment or prejudice based on their race, sexual orientation, ability, gender, religion, age, nationality, language, or identity. Pushing for innovation in both filmmaking and in film watching the Okotoks Film Society is here to answer questions and provide programing to encourage professional development. The Okotoks Film Society is also the home of the Okotoks Film Festival and partners with the Okotoks Cinemas to create meaningful film experiences. They work to educate and connect local filmmakers while providing opportunity for filmmakers and the public alike to take an active part in film culture. The Society is a group of board directors with the goal of making Okotoks and the surrounding area a viable and attractive place for film creation. Originally established in March 2016 as the Okotoks Film Festival Society, the Okotoks Film Society changed their name in July 2018 to better represent the increasing scope of their goals and community involvement. ![]()
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