Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers
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Fuelling filmmakers, supporting storytellers, and connecting the cinematic community.
Calgary, AB
Joined July 2009
Don’t miss our next hangout! It’s happening on February 28 and will feature a presentation from a filmmaker who is at the beginning of their journey. This is also your opportunity to network and find your next great collaborator. RSVP here:
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As part of development for projects geared to the Telefilm Talent to Watch program, CSIF will be hosting this workshop. It’s pay what you can. Sign up here:
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Our next series for Cinema Club is called International Flavour. We’ll be travelling around the world to visit six different countries and discuss their filmmaking impact. The first stop is Germany on March 10 and you can sign up here:
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Wouldn’t it be nice to know where to find finding? All the tips and tricks of what makes a producer great? Luckily this workshop led my Michael Peterson (Ming’s Dynasty and the upcoming Shadow of God) will go over those questions and more! Sign up here:
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Some SAIT students are intent on shooting their next film on 16mm! Come out to their event on February 10. You can also donate here:
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CSIF Presents: Thematic Movies. On February 12 come watch a screening of a romantic film. That seems appropriate for the month! Admission is pay what you can.
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Want to try shooting analog? It’s time for the $100 Film Challenge! Pickup your rolls, shoot your film, and then we’ll help edit your finished short which will screen at the Artifact Small Format Film Festival running April 3 to 6 Interested? Reach out to programming@csif.org
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On February 24 we’re hosting a meetup for BIPOC filmmakers Whether you’re an emerging or established filmmaker, this is a chance to meet like-minded creatives, share your experience, and find potential collaborators in a welcoming space RSVP:
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Join DOC Alberta for “Breaking It Down”, an incredible full-day workshop designed for documentary filmmakers 📍 Calgary: February 2, 2025, Platform Calgary Tickets include a full day of programming AND a sponsored lunch!
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Calgary giveaway! This is your chance to see THE MONKEY at a special advanced screening on February 17. #themonkeymovie Comment below with you favourite movie money to be entered into a random draw! @Elevation_Pics @TheTAROGroup @TheMonkey_Movie
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Jordan Peele fans! Our next Cinema Club is discussing one of the newest American auteurs on February 10. No matter if you’ve been to many or none you’re welcome to attend and watch a movie then join the discussion afterwards. Sign up here:
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Calgary giveaway! This is your chance to see THE BRUTALIST only in theatres starting January 24. #thebrutalistmovie Comment with your favourite war film to be entered into a random draw. @Elevation_Pics @TheTAROGroup
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Next week we have an exciting opportunity. Representatives from the Alberta Media Fund will be able to show how filmmakers can access funds for their next project. There will be a Q&A to follow. This session is pay what you can. Sign up here:
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Rescheduled from last year our Location Sound workshop is happening on February 1! Sign up here:
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Get your tickets while you still can! Led by industry pro Anna Lopez you can learn the tips and tricks of being the best 1st assistant director. CSIF members can attend for only $75! Get tickets here:
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Ticket giveaway for the film SEPTEMBER 5 During the 1972 Munich Summer Games an American Sports broadcasting team must quickly adapt from sports reporting to live coverage of the Israeli athletes taken hostage Respond with your fave Olympic sport to be entered into random draw
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Our next CSIF Cinema Club will be focused on Quentin Tarantino. The poster child of 90s indie cinema and beyond. Come and watch a film, discuss it afterwards, and debate whether his stature within the history of film remains intact. Sign up here:
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Our first workshop of 2025 is meant to help you understand the job of a 1st AD and increase your skills on set. This includes how to break down a script and organize each day. Tickets here:
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We aim to update and improve our website in the new year. One of the things we’ll be adding are testimonials from past and current members. If you have a few moments please fill out the form here:
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