The IMDb qualifying Toronto Film & Script Awards was founded in downtown Toronto by a group of independent filmmakers, writers, cinematographers and actors. Throughout the pandemic, the festival has continued mostly as a virtual event with online screenings and promotions through various media partners.

The mission of the festival committee is to promote and market international and Canadian arthouse independent film projects and create further exposure and publicity for talented artists. The festival is building a strong artistic community of interest around the language of cinema and indie art film professionals and film lovers, in the heart of one of the most interesting emergent capitals of arts and culture.

The festival seeks international and Canadian features, shorts and screenplays. We look for unconventional auteur-driven films made with a personal voice and style. Simply put – we're looking for the next generation Art House!

Awards & Prizes

Best Narrative Feature Film
Best Narrative Short Film
Best Canadian Film
Best Feature Documentary
Best Independent film
Best Horror
Best Experimental
Best Thriller
Best Music Video
Best Animation
Best Web Series/TV Pilot
Best Student
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Cinematographer
Best Editor
Best Unproduced Script
Best Produced Script
Best Director
Best Producer
Best Composer

Rules & Terms

No premiere is required for the competition.
All genres are accepted.

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  • Daryl Granger

    Thank you to the Toronto Film and Script Awards! I am thrilled to announce that my very first documentary feature, "Netting the Waters," has received the award for Best Feature-Length Documentary. This marks my first win, and I will always be grateful to this incredible festival. Thank you!

    February 2025
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  • Charri Brummer

    It was such a pleasure to participate in the Toronto Film and Script Awards. I am honored to be a participant. They are professional and committed. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

    February 2025
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  • Moscatelli Michaël

    I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Toronto Film and Script Awards for the honor of receiving the Best Director award in January 2025. This event highlights the talent and creativity of filmmakers from around the world. I am thrilled to have shared my vision and to be recognized by such a prestigious festival. Thank you to the entire team for their support and dedication to promoting cinema!

    February 2025
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  • Barry Ferrier

    Heartfelt thanks to the Toronto Film and Script Awards for the support they gave for my work by awarding "Living Sci-Fi" Best Music Video at their recent film festival. It's valuable for the careers of independent film makers to have independent recognition for artistic achievement. I congratulate you for running a successful festival and contributing to this important creative industry which is a positive force in a world facing grim challenges. Cinema as an art form can light the way and provide hope and inspiration for a better tomorrow. Keep up the good work!

    November 2024
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  • Petra Revenue

    Thank you for a great experience and for awarding our experimental feature The Portrait. We enjoyed taking part!

    November 2024
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