#VIBFF2025 Schedule

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Of Mud and Blood (Opening Film)

7pm - 9:30pm
Of Blood and Mud documents the everyday existence of the inhabitants of the coltan mining village of Numbi in the Congo DRC, revealing the hardships and trials of a story from which we must not look away.

Inside Vancouver’s Film Landscape: A Conversation with the Deputy Film Commissioner

11am - 12:30pm
oin the Deputy Film Commissioner for an insightful discussion on how the Vancouver Film Office supports and develops the local screen industry.

Action Beyond Awareness Forum: From Barriers to Breakthroughs: Black Voices in Vancouver Cinema

12:30pm - 2:00pm
This discussion will focus on the systemic challenges faced by Black filmmakers in the Vancouver film industry.

Short Film Series (In Theatre)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Short Film Series

Spotlight Stories: Film Industry Q&A Series with Yusuf Fabs Cala

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us as we feature a diverse lineup of directors, producers, writers, and industry innovators who share their journeys, insights, and the challenges they’ve faced.

Sierra’s Gold (In Theatre & Online)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sierra’s Gold is a darkly comedic journey delves into themes of self-discovery and the “shocking revelation” that one’s true worth is always within.

VIBFF2025 Being Black In Canada (In Theatre)

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Canada’s largest Mentorship & Training Program for Black Filmmakers

Snake (In Theatre)

7:30pm - 9:30pm
When a 10-year-old farm girl gets trapped in the lies of a sinister stranger, she must fight with the truth to save her family.

Canadian Spotlight (Online)

Canadian Spotlight

Short Film Series (Online)

Short Film Series

Sierra’s Gold (Online)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sierra’s Gold is a darkly comedic journey delves into themes of self-discovery and the “shocking revelation” that one’s true worth is always within.

WORKSHOP – Insuring Your Vision: A Practical Workshop on Film Production Insurance for Black Filmmakers

3:00pm - 5:00pm
ONLINE ON FACEBOOK:
This hands-on workshop will demystify the complexities of film production insurance, a critical but often overlooked aspect of filmmaking.

Action Beyond Awareness Forum Online Panel – Success Stories of Black Creatives

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for an empowering online panel that highlights the journeys, achievements, and insights of Black creatives breaking barriers in the arts and entertainment industries.

VIBFF2025 Being Black In Canada (Online)

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Canada’s largest Mentorship & Training Program for Black Filmmakers

Canadian Spotlight

11:00am - 2:00pm
Canadian Spotlight

Short Film Series (In Theatre)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Short Film Series

Sierra’s Gold (Online)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sierra’s Gold is a darkly comedic journey delves into themes of self-discovery and the “shocking revelation” that one’s true worth is always within.

WORKSHOP – Insuring Your Vision: A Practical Workshop on Film Production Insurance for Black Filmmakers

3:00pm - 5:00pm
ONLINE ON FACEBOOK:
This hands-on workshop will demystify the complexities of film production insurance, a critical but often overlooked aspect of filmmaking.

Action Beyond Awareness Forum Online Panel – Success Stories of Black Creatives

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for an empowering online panel that highlights the journeys, achievements, and insights of Black creatives breaking barriers in the arts and entertainment industries.

VIBFF2025 Being Black In Canada (Online)

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Canada’s largest Mentorship & Training Program for Black Filmmakers

Canadian Spotlight

11:00am - 2:00pm
Canadian Spotlight

Short Film Series (In Theatre)

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Short Film Series

Sierra’s Gold (Online)

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sierra’s Gold is a darkly comedic journey delves into themes of self-discovery and the “shocking revelation” that one’s true worth is always within.

WORKSHOP – Insuring Your Vision: A Practical Workshop on Film Production Insurance for Black Filmmakers

3:00pm - 5:00pm
ONLINE ON FACEBOOK:
This hands-on workshop will demystify the complexities of film production insurance, a critical but often overlooked aspect of filmmaking.

Action Beyond Awareness Forum Online Panel – Success Stories of Black Creatives

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for an empowering online panel that highlights the journeys, achievements, and insights of Black creatives breaking barriers in the arts and entertainment industries.

VIBFF2025 Being Black In Canada (Online)

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Canada’s largest Mentorship & Training Program for Black Filmmakers

GET YOUR ACCESS NOW!

JOIN US AND ENJOY THE SHOW