CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF) is an annual event that celebrates the talents of established and emerging filmmakers of Caribbean and African heritage who practice their art across the Caribbean Diaspora worldwide. The event takes place each year in September and is now offering viewership online and in-person experiences.

2024 will mark the 19th edition of the CaribbeanTales Film Festival and we can’t wait to welcome our audiences back in person across the Greater Toronto Area in September!

Submissions for CTFF 2024 will open on October 1, 2023.

Best Feature Film
Best Feature Documentary
Best Short Film
Best Short Documentary
Best Comedy
Best Animation
Best Cinematography
Caribbean Spirit Award
Impact Award
Innovation Award
INTERSECT Award

FILMMAKERS
CaribbeanTales seeks works made by filmmakers from Caribbean backgrounds and/or that celebrate and explore Caribbean themes, and themes of interest and relevance to people from the Caribbean Diaspora.

FILMS
All film submissions must be completed online.
Films in foreign languages must be subtitled in English.
Please indicate whether your film will have its Canadian Premiere, Ontario Premiere or Toronto Premiere at the time it is screened at CTFF in September 2024.

MARKETING MATERIALS
When submitting your film, please provide at least:
- A Synopsis
- A trailer
- A poster
- Two Stills Shots
- A Director’s headshot
- A Director’s biography
- An EPK
All submitted files must be high resolution. A more detailed list of requested marketing materials will be submitted upon acceptance into the festival.

AWARD ELIGIBILITY
Films having their Canadian premiere at CaribbeanTales will be considered for Awards.

EXCLUSIVITY
The Filmmaker agrees that the Picture will not be screened anywhere else in Canada thirty days prior the start date of the Festival and thirty days after the end date of the Festival in order to preserve the integrity of CaribbeanTales Film Festival.

Overall Rating
Quality
Value
Communication
Hospitality
Networking
  • Jack Evans

    This festival was the best one to which we've yet brought our short, film Eden River. It was a true celebration of creativity aimed, effectively, at helping with the ambitious tasks of filmmaking. A huge opportunity that left us full of gratitude!

    October 2023
  • Aaron Caruth

    This was my first time entering the CTFF and I must say the experience was amazing. Stating this from an online vantage point of every step being efficient and timely. Many thanks to Caroline Guespin who was point of contact and didn’t miss a step! Congrats to the entire team for an amazing festival that I intend to participate in for years to come!

    October 2023
  • Jael Joseph

    It was my first time submission to the festival. As a director, I had the privilege of presenting my own film to an enthusiastic and engaged audience. The feedback and discussions that followed were invaluable, providing me with fresh insights and perspectives on my work. It was a humbling experience to see my film resonate with viewers and spark meaningful conversations. The selection of films showcased at the festival was nothing short of extraordinary. It was evident that the curation team had an impeccable eye for talent and a deep appreciation for the art of storytelling. I appreciate how they included events such as Jean Augustine's Birthday to improve attendance and engagement for the festival. I got to network during this event. The organizers went above and beyond to create a platform where emerging talents could shine. Thank you for allowing me to be part of this!

    October 2023
  • k b

    The 2023 Caribbean Tales Film Festival was such a professional endeavour. Granted, it takes some months to prepare for, but by the time the film is IN the festival and for the world to view --it all makes sense. The fest rep, Caroline, was always on top of the process and she never missed a communicationbeat with us. TOTAL DEDICATION & PROFESSIONALISM on her part; she represents CTFF seamlessly! We have nothing but gratitude to this great festival. May you keep doing what you do. The Caribbean is alive and well with CTFF. ¡MUCHAS GRACIAS!

    October 2023
  • Murielle Thierrin

    It was so nice to take part in this great adventure. We want to share with you the pleasure to have been selected and honored by a such great price « INTERSECT Award » in this wonderful films festival and thank you CTFF for everything ! We thank warmly the entire festival team for contributing to the seventh art and let any filmmaker a chance to shine ! Thank you CaribbeanTales International Film Festival.

    October 2023