Halloween 2025 Horror Film Contest!
The Missing Segment, Winner of the Best 2025 Halloween Contest!
HNIFF Committee
The Missing Segment, Winner of the Best 2025 Halloween Contest!
Global Dance Competition
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The top 5 entries with the most likes, along with the selections made by the Festival Committee, will be considered for the finals.
Gold Laurels — Excellence in Dance Production
$500 Prize — Audience + HNIFF Committee Choice
The Two Lives of Sepideh
17m
The Tragedy of the Lady
Black rain in my eyes
2025 Award Winners are:
The Two Lives of Sepideh
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY & BEST ACTOR
Black Rain In My Eyes
Best Documentary
Good Night
Public Choice Award!
7 to 10
Best Director
In Half
Best Animation
The Tragedy of the Lady
Best Student Film
HNIFF 2025 Photo Gallery
The Two Lives Of Sepideh
BEST ACTOR
The Best Actor category celebrates exceptional performances by actors in leading roles. Whether it’s a gripping drama, a heartwarming comedy, or an intense thriller, these talented individuals bring characters to life on the big screen. Their ability to evoke emotions, captivate audiences, and convey complex narratives is what makes this category a highlight of any film festival. From iconic legends to rising stars, the Best Actor award recognizes the artistry and dedication that enriches the world of cinema
Mike Dopud
Jude
In Half
Best Animation
Animation is a powerful art form that combines visual storytelling, technical skill, and boundless creativity. It allows filmmakers to explore fantastical realms, evoke emotions, and connect with audiences across cultures and generations. Whether hand-drawn, computer-generated, or stop-motion, animation continues to enchant and inspire viewers worldwide and we are excited to include this category in this years festival.
Karl Willems
Jude
The Two Lives Of Sepideh
Best Cinematography
Cinematography is the art of capturing visuals on film, but it goes far beyond that. It’s about setting up angles, lighting, and creating the look of what’s being captured on camera. The Best Cinematography award celebrates the talented cinematographers who elevate storytelling through their visual mastery. From breathtaking landscapes to intimate close-ups, their work enriches the cinematic experience.
Stirling Bancroft
Jude
Black Rain In My Eyes
Best Documentary
Documentary films capture truth, life, and reality. From social experiments to political exposés, these movies allow us to see the world with fresh eyes. Whether it’s exploring social issues, profiling remarkable individuals, or shedding light on untold stories, the Best Documentary award celebrates the art of nonfiction filmmaking.
Corey Woods
Jude
7 To 10
Best Student Film
The Best Director award celebrates outstanding cinematic direction. It honors filmmakers who exhibit exceptional skill in guiding every aspect of a film, from storytelling to visual aesthetics. Whether capturing breathtaking landscapes or intimate moments, these directors enrich the art of cinema.
Katie Boland
Jude
The Tragedy Of The Lady
Best Student Film
The Best Director award celebrates outstanding cinematic direction. It honors filmmakers who exhibit exceptional skill in guiding every aspect of a film, from storytelling to visual aesthetics. Whether capturing breathtaking landscapes or intimate moments, these directors enrich the art of cinema.
Maritama Carlson
Jude
The Tragedy Of The Lady
Public Choice Award
The Public Choice Award is an annual film honor presented by film festivals to the movie rated as the year’s most popular with festival audiences. It reflects the collective voice of viewers who appreciate and connect with exceptional cinematic storytelling. Whether it’s a gripping drama, a heartwarming comedy, or an eye-opening documentary, this award celebrates the film that resonates most profoundly with the public
Online Voting
Jude
Our Mission
"Honouring a diverse, emerging collective of artists from an international stage here in our thriving Hollywood North, whilst encouraging the growth of our global network within this vast community and making the industry feel accessible to all both inside the film world and out."
Fouder: Max Zahedi
