From virtual reality to 16mm film, CSIF offers some of the most unique and affordable film events in Calgary!

Artifact Small-Format Film Festival

The Artifact Small Format Film Festival (formerly the $100 Film Festival) is Calgary’s only celluloid-based film festival. When the $100 Film Festival was born in 1992, it showcased eight short films on Super 8. The name sprung from the challenge to shoot a short film on four rolls of Super 8 – which tallied to the cost of $100. In following years, the festival dropped the budgetary limit and allowed 16 mm film, which shifted the focus from low budget to quality small-format films. Thus, the name was changed to the Artifact Small Format Film Festival in 2017 so as to better represent the festival's role as an international celebration of creative story telling on celluloid. Over the years, Artifact has expanded to include the popular Film/Music Explosion!, commission projects, and various partnerships. Artifact is one of only a handful of festivals worldwide that exhibit exclusively on small-format celluloid. We are proud to be among the select few that continue to keep this unique medium alive, and to draw celluloid lovers to Calgary each year. Artifact typically takes place during March or April of every year. Mark your calendars for April 2-4th, 2020!

Secret Cinema

Secret Cinema happens once every month in the summer (June – September). We ask a local personality/organization to pick a 16mm film (or films, depending on runtime) from our archives and screen it. The only catch is that we do not release the title of the film until actually at the event! These screenings typically take place at our office in the Flex Space, and admission is by donation. Please refer to our website (csif.org) for up to date screening information.

On Location: Members' Screenings & Director's Talk

Twice a year, CSIF presents a screening of work produced by our members. Any CSIF member is eligible to submit, and films do not necessarily have to be produced with the support of CSIF. These screenings take place in May and November, and are always followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. A great way to keep in touch with what fellow CSIF members are working on!

Other

CSIF is consistently working to bring you unique and affordable film events, and we are always partnering with other film organizations, film festivals, and individuals in the community. Keep an eye on our newsletter to stay in the loop about all the cool events CSIF is a part of.