OPENFRAME International Film Festival – First Edition

Be part of something special as we launch the very first OPENFRAME International Film Festival! Join us for an exciting day of storytelling, creativity, and cinematic passion—featuring a packed lineup of films across different genres from emerging and talented filmmakers.

One frame. Endless stories. All voices.
Join us for celebrating powerful storytelling, diverse perspectives, and emerging filmmakers from around the world.

August 1, 2026 (Saturday)
1PM – 9PM
Viceroy Theatre, Concord, Ontario, Canada

International Films
Empowering Filmmakers
Diverse Perspectives
Unforgettable Experience

OPENFRAME aims to celebrate new voices and original storytelling from around the world. We look forward to discovering your stories and celebrating cinema together at OPENFRAME International Film Festival.

Categories (We accept all genres)
Feature Film
Short Film
Student Film
LGBTQ film
Short Documentary
Animation

ABOUT US
OPENFRAME International Film Festival is a platform for emerging filmmakers who want their stories to be seen, heard, and celebrated. We are here to open doors, break barriers, and give a voice to creatives whose work deserves the spotlight.

Mission
To empower emerging filmmakers by providing an inclusive platform that showcases diverse, original, and meaningful stories—connecting creators with audiences and opportunities that elevate their craft.

Vision
To become a globally recognized festival that champions fresh voices in cinema, inspiring a new generation of storytellers and redefining the future of independent film.

Awards & Prizes

Best Feature Film (Trophy & Q&A Portion after the screening)
Best Short Film (Trophy & Q&A Portion after the screening)
Best Student Film ((Trophy & Q&A Portion after the screening)
Best LGBTQ Short Film (Trophy & Q&A Portion after the screening)
Best Animated Film (Trophy & Q&A Portion after the screening)
Best Short Documentary (Trophy & Q&A after the screening)

Please note that trophies and certificates WILL NOT BE MAILED TO ABSENT WINNERS. They will only receive a digital version of the certificate.

All film entries will be qualified for the following awards:
Best Actor (Certificate + speech onstage)
Best Actress (Certificate + speech onstage))
Best Director (Certificate + speech onstage)
Best Picture (Certificate)
Best Editing (Certificate)
Best Sound Design (Certificate)
Best Poster (Certificate)
Best Production Design (Certificate)
Best Trailer (Certificate)

All Nominations & Honorable mentions will get a digital copy of certificate

Rules & Terms

Submitted films must not be publicly available online.
Films that have screened at other international festivals are accepted.
Films must have been completed within the past 2 years.

Runtime Requirements:
Short Films: Less than 20 minutes
Feature Films: Over 50 minutes

Rights & Responsibilities:
The applicant must own all rights to the submitted film.
The applicant is solely responsible for copyright clearance of all materials.
The festival has the right to use trailers, stills, posters, and images for promotional purposes (social media, websites, publications).

Language Requirements:
Films not in English must include English subtitles.
English-language films do not require subtitles

Festival Participation:
The festival will only communicate with the submitter of the film.
Each film will be reviewed carefully by our programming team.
All submissions are evaluated thoroughly and decisions are final.