This year's theme is how cinematic narratives, genres and form can work to expose and deconstruct the myths and ideologies surrounding an urban cityscape such as Toronto.  Filmmakers produced work with observations on cultural clashes, pressures of living in an urban metropolis, the people's relationship with their surroundings and how it affects their daily lives.

Thank you to Richard Fung, Peter Kuplowsky and Janice Lee for taking time out of their busy schedules to be on the jury and providing our filmmakers with feedback on their work.

Jan. 31 by “Reel Life” - Directed by Andrew Millani
A look at a day in the lives of two people destined to cross paths.

Appetizers by “The Heroic Melon Collective” - Directed by Philbert Lui
Three roommates have one thing in common: food. It brings them together and forces them to confront their differences.

The T.O. Connection by “Eurasia Productions” - Directed by Brandon Carvalho
The lives of four people connected through the city parallels the connectivity between neighbourhoods and sites.

Face the Strain by “Team Bacon” - Directed by Alex Kingsmill
A young man returns home after a few years abroad and is forced to re-assess his relationship with the city.

The Ivory Giants by “The Chainsaw Rebellion” - Directed by Jamie McMillan
Toronto is a city of many secrets, and in an effort to discover its truths, 3 young fellows get entangled.

T.wo Girls O.ne Bar by “The Suits” - Directed by Ryan Kirkpatrick
Two girls plan for a night of partying, which ends up turning into a lonely, snowy night at an empty bar.

Penny for Your Thoughts by “Deeply Superficial” - Directed by Joy Webster
If a stranger offered you a penny for your thoughts, would you accept?

Trinity (Spadina) by “Garnet Mead” - Directed by Andrew Lee
Three vignettes using different narrative genres offer glimpses into different Torontonians’ views of the city.

Born in Bombshelter by “The Bilderberg Group” - Directed by Chris Laxton
An exploration of struggles that manifest into physical violence stemming from a primal, ancient and mystical source.

A. Way. by “Savior Production” - Directed by Yoong Siang Lee
A sense of loneliness resides in Alicia after she moves out of her hometown of Toronto.

Metro by “Atrium Pictures” - Directed by S. Jeysan
Three individuals with stories based upon different familial histories and experiences cross paths in a multicultural city.

Wake Up by “Team Ajar” - Directed by Roop Gill
Coffee culture encompasses a wide range of tastes with an evolving social pattern, just like many aspects of the city.


Screening is restricted to those aged 18+ due to regulations as set by the Ontario Film Review Board. No refunds or cancellations. All sales final.