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NORTHWESTFILMFEST
FACT | FICTION | FILM
Running April 8-14, 2026 at Metro Cinema. Check out the first wave of film announcements!
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NORTHWESTFILMFEST
One of the first wave film announcements, SILVER SCREAMERS is an utterly charming crowd-pleaser that takes a group of seniors on the experience of their lives: creating a professionally made short horror film.
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All-Access Passes
NWF & RVFF NOW ON SALE
All-Access passes are now on sale! Why choose when you can attend them all?
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NORTHWESTFILMFEST
NWF 2026 presents a special 50th anniversary screening of ALL OF THE PRESIDENT’S MEN! Two reporters uncover the details of the Watergate leading to President Richard Nixon's resignation.
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SCHEDULE
Check out our full film menu to plan out your non-fiction film consumption adventure with us. We are sure to have one (if not several!) for you.
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Tickets & Passes
Plan ahead! Consider purchasing your tickets and passes ahead of time to make certain you secure your stream, make sure you are set up, and help us spread the news!
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VENUE
Our films are usually shown at The Metro Cinema, located inside the historic Garneau Theatre. In light of the pandemic, please stay tuned for updates on future screenings.
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VOLUNTEER
Our festivals would not run without the help and time donated by our volunteers. When we are able to meet in person again, we will have an application form available here.
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SUBMIT YOUR FILM
Our film festival submissions are now closed, but stay tuned for upcoming submission dates! For more info check out our Film Freeway site by clicking the button below.
“If you’re a documentary fetishist looking for any flavour of cinematic journalism, Edmonton’s NorthwestFest is the absolute best festival of the year — full stop.”