It has been a privilege to have been accepted to the Hollywood North International Film Festival. With friendly and welcoming communication as well as an engaging contest there will be more films submitted in the future to this great event!
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What filmmakers say
Reviews left by filmmakers who submitted, exactly as written — on the festival’s FilmFreeway page, in their own words.
Great film festival for my short film!
Instagram →I was very honoured to have my documentary The Artist: A Creative Journey be nominated for Best Documentary. I think the communication was excellent and I really enjoyed attending the awards ceremony in person. One suggestion to make the experience even better would be to notify nominees a little earlier in advance, especially for people who have to fly into Vancouver from another province or country to attend. Thank you again for the really lovely experience!
A professional festival worth participating in
Albert Crane IV
★★★★★Your Everyday Heroes
Was fine, the original person who wrote our review gave us only positive feedback, got us excited to engage with the festival, promoted it, got lots of people to rewatch our film on their site. Was a fun experience. The winner of the category was well deserved. The only concern from our judge - Corey, was to use stock footage of the animals that one of your heroes spoke about during the film. Which we considered, however ultimately chose not to include, due to our mandate of being 100% original content only. The live ceremony looked like a ton of fun. Would have been nice if the streaming events was a bit more professionally done. As soon as they announced the first winner and they were not in attendance, they showed a video of the acceptance, so while watching the event stream and not providing a video, I knew we didn't win prior to the announcement. Good luck, was fun.
Amazing festival. Great communication, competitive and quite welcoming. Congratulations to the organization!
Amazing sensation to be finalist in the category of Best Actor with our short movie THE ALARM! Honored and pleased!!! Great feelings for a great festival!
I had a fantastic experience at the Hollywood North International Film Festival! The team was incredibly supportive and communicative throughout the entire process. The festival provided an amazing platform for filmmakers to share their work and connect with the audience. Winning the Public Choice Award was an absolute honor, and it truly shows how much they value and celebrate storytelling.
The communication was extremely efficient and personalized. I really felt like I was wanted at the festival. Website displaying all the contestants was very well constructed. Audience Choice voting needs to be regulated a bit better but it's a fantastic experience on my part.
Instagram →Thank you so much to this wonderful festival! I'm truly grateful for selecting my film, The Tragedy of the Lady, as Best Student Film. North Hollywood Festival and its amazing team have supported me and my work every step of the way, making sure to promote it across all media and social platforms. A special thank you to Lou, who always made sure to stay in touch!
Hollywood North International Film Festival: where red carpets meet raincoats! Vancouver may be called Hollywood North, but this festival brings its own charm—less drama, more authentic vibes. Expect a cinematic feast blending indie gems, bold stories, and the occasional umbrella moment. It's where rising stars rub shoulders with rain-soaked cinephiles, and everyone leaves feeling a little more inspired (and slightly damp).
Instagram →Great communication. Thoughtful, fun and engaging festival. Loved the viewing room set up for nominees and I hear the awards ceremony was a blast!
Instagram →Great festival, thank you for the wonderful experience!
I had the immense privilege of participating in the Hollywood North International Film Festival, and I must say, the experience was truly transformative. From the very beginning, I was captivated by the exceptional communication the festival fosters, both personally and through social media, with all its participants. Every phase of the process, from selection to screening, was managed with admirable professionalism, turning this event into a vibrant showcase for filmmakers from all corners of the globe. One of the standout features of the festival is the outstanding visibility and exposure it provides for the selected works. Each creation is treated with the respect and attention it deserves, allowing the filmmakers' stories to shine in a powerful and authentic way. I wholeheartedly encourage all filmmakers to consider submitting their work to this festival. The curation of the films is exceptional, and you can truly sense the care put into every detail. Being part of this creative community has been a genuine privilege, and I'm convinced that any filmmaker who gets the chance to participate will have an equally enriching experience. Thx HNIFF !!
Instagram →Deborah Kurtz
★★★★★Jesse James Gang Rides Again
Was honoured to be selected in the public Choice Awards online screening festival
I love everything the Hollywood North International Film Festival is about and how they aim to support creative filmmakers. I submitted my short film for consideration and was excited to receive an "official selection". I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to have participated in this great festival for some amazing filmmakers. The communication with the festival was amazing! A huge thank you to Lou Nielsen and Marc Prinzivalli for their support throughout the festival! It means a lot! Thank you again to the amazing team and judges at Hollywood North International Film Festival. I'll see you all again soon!
Instagram →Thanks for the opportunity of sharing with your audience "The Embrace of Death". Very grateful and hoping to cross paths in future editions.
Good Festival! I was happy to have my film 'Good Night' selected and participate in the 'Public Choice Award'. However, I have two suggestions: 1- Communication with participants can be improved at the different stages of the process, including post-awarding. 2 - The awards ceremony was grand, but the Festival's production should have done more to generate images, as most of the event was broadcast live via cell phone and from a side angle far from the stage. Greetings and congratulations, Paulo Leão.
Facebook →Experiencing the Hollywood North International Film Festival virtually was truly extraordinary. The festival's organization and atmosphere, even through the live stream, were top-notch, creating a perfect platform for filmmakers to showcase their work. I am incredibly honored that my short film, "Coming Soon," received the Matrix People's Choice Award. The support and enthusiasm from the audience and fellow filmmakers were genuinely inspiring. Winning this award has been a significant milestone in my career. I want to extend a special thank you to Lou, who was exceptionally helpful and played a crucial role in helping me get my prize. Her assistance made the entire experience even more memorable. Thank you to the festival organizers, judges, and everyone who attended for recognizing and appreciating my work. Hollywood North International Film Festival, you have celebrated the art of storytelling with such passion and dedication, and for that, I am deeply grateful.
Thank you so much for nominating my short film "Not an ordinary Mechanic" for the Best Cinematography! This is a huge honour to participate at such a great festival!
Instagram →Thank you Hollywood North International Film Festival for making BOSS OF THE TOSS a official selection!
IMDb →So grateful to be Nominated for best director for my film 'Charcoal' and to have met a ton of cool people including the staff and festival judges.
Instagram →Datis Cy Zahedi
★★★★★The film festival I attended was one of the most well-organized and impressive events I've experienced. Being there in person truly highlighted its incredible atmosphere. Every ticket was sold out, adding to the vibrant energy of the event. The presence of photographers, a photo wall, interviewers, and live streaming contributed to the dynamic ambiance. I felt immensely proud to have submitted my film and to have had the opportunity to be a part of Hollywood North International Film Festival in person.
Very good!!! I loved everything about the festival! Excellent communication and promotion via Instagram too.
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