We are excited to celebrate the magic of cinema and showcase the talent and creativity of filmmakers worldwide. Mark your calendars, as each quarter promises to be an unforgettable experience for cinema enthusiasts and industry professionals alike.

We encourage emerging and established filmmakers to submit their short works for consideration. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of this cinematic celebration and to have your film seen by industry professionals and passionate audiences.

Celebrating Diversity and Authentic Storytelling!!

We focus on celebrating diversity and authentic storytelling. We believe that every voice deserves to be heard, and this festival provides a platform for filmmakers of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to share their unique stories with a global audience.

A Multitude of Film Genres and categories!

The OPEN VAULT FESTIVAL celebrates all film genres & categories, ensuring a diverse lineup that appeals to a wide range of tastes. Short films, documentaries, animations, and experimental films, among others, will be considered for screening. Our esteemed panel, composed of industry professionals and cinephiles, will appraise each submission meticulously.

Opportunities for Filmmakers and Industry Professionals!!

The festival will serve as a meeting ground for filmmakers and industry professionals, fostering networking and collaboration opportunities. Attendees will enjoy engaging in panel discussions, workshops, and Q&A sessions with renowned filmmakers, offering valuable insights into the art and business of filmmaking.

All are welcome—no completion window in effect. New & old works are encouraged.

Submissions must be short films no longer than 15 minutes.

Films not in English must have English-language subtitles.

There are no exclusivity or release limitations.

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  • Joe Chang

    What a great film festival! I hope the audience enjoys my animated short The Skytrain! Thank you very much!

    August 2024
  • Cassidy Civiero

    A great group of people with a passion for cinema. Supportive environment. Eclectic mix of films. Aces!

    April 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Cass! Your film was so much fun and a HUGE hit!
    We look forward to screening more of your amazing work!!

  • Adam Szudrich

    Thank you to the team at Open Vault for selecting Slow Dating for the festival. Fantastic experience. Highly recommend.

    January 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you for joining us.
    We loved your film and look forward to more!!

  • Lisa Robertson

    This intimate film festival was so well organized and personable. The "guys" at OV were terrifically friendly, caring and professional about making sure smokeBreak was projected properly, thanks John!

    After the screening, the bar area was open and our local filmmaking community was enthusiastically encouraged to hang out and connect, sometimes we need that nudge. It felt so good and supportive.

    I love that ActionFilms opened OV up to more recent films so that if you wanted the same kind of intimate experience with your latest work it was possible. Thanks OV for such a great experience. Super stoked smokeBreak took home The Audience Choice Award!

    January 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Lisa. We were honoured to screen your amazing & award-winning film and thrilled to see its ongoing success. Congratulations!!

  • Orhan Sumen

    This is a new festival organized by amazing people who value creativity before anything else. It was an intimate atmosphere with great people, and the selection was far better than what I expected for such a small festival. Can't wait to go back!

    October 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks, Orhan!
    It was a pleasure to meet you and screen your film.
    Please keep them coming!!

    See you at the festival!
    ~ ACF