ANGEL
Directed by Lefteris Koutinas
- Outstanding Film
August 29 • Toronto
Toronto Indie Film Night
Selections are in. An evening at Midtowner Productions recognizing independent cinema and the artists who keep it moving forward.
Program
Narrative / Documentary / Experimental
Host
Midtowner Productions
City
Toronto
About the Evening
The Toronto Indie Association of Filmmakers brings together the people who make independent cinema happen: directors, writers, cinematographers, editors, performers, and the crews behind the frame.
On August 29, Midtowner Productions hosts a curated program for the city's indie film community: a night to watch new work, recognize craft, meet peers, and celebrate films made with care, conviction, and collaboration.
Program
Short Films
Compact stories with a clear point of view.
Documentary
Real stories shaped through independent voices.
Experimental
Work that tests form, rhythm, and image.
Dates
Submissions
Open
Notification Date
August 21
Event Date
August 29
Recognition
Outstanding Film
Overall achievement
Direction
Clarity of vision
Performance
Memorable screen work
Cinematography
Image and composition
Editing
Pace and structure
Documentary Voice
Perspective and access
Experimental Form
Bold use of medium
Emerging Filmmaker
New independent voice
Season 1 Selections
Chosen from this season's submissions. Award Winners and Official Selections screen live on August 29; Finalists were recognized for craft but didn't make the runtime.
Award Winners
Suicidal Tendencies
Directed by Timothy Jacob Lopers
- Editing
Fools Rush In
Directed by Xander R Serpa
- Experimental Form
Official Selection
Knock Knock
Directed by Roshan G Krishnan
Toronto In My Heart
Directed by Fishel Pustilnik
Promotion
Directed by Philip Di Matteo
The Elevator Pitch
Directed by Raghav Kumar
A Day For Grandma
Directed by Crezell Fabro
Finalists
Sugar Beach
Directed by Noely Mendoza
- Emerging Filmmaker
Mission: Nepal
Directed by Melissa Pratt
- Documentary Voice
Attend the Evening
A curated night of independent films, conversation, and recognition for the Toronto filmmaking community.
Dress code: Evening casual.
August 29 • Midtowner Productions
2342 Dufferin St, Toronto, ON M6E 3S4, Canada
Rules & Terms
- All submissions must be provided via a secure online screener (Vimeo, YouTube unlisted, etc.).
- Films not in English must have English subtitles.
- By submitting, the filmmaker ensures that all necessary rights are cleared for public screening.
- Selected films grant the festival the right to use excerpts (up to 60 seconds), stills, and trailers for promotional purposes.
Now Open
Submit Your Film
Our festival now accepts submissions for our next evening of independent cinema. Early Bird closes August 27, 2026; final deadline April 29, 2027.
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