Dear friends and CineVic members, in response to rapidly developing circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the following adjustments to our programming and services:
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Our office is currently closed until further notice.
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All workshops and events are suspended. We are exploring options to offer remote seminars.
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No new equipment bookings will be taken at this time.
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Our 8th annual Short Circuit Film Festival (scheduled for May 1-3) has been postponed. We hope to announce new dates, along with our CINE
SPARK Top 5, later this year.
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Staff will continue to work remotely, so please feel free to get in touch!
Take care out there folks.
Nine emerging filmmakers learn the entire filmmaking process from start to finish.
In addition to monthly workshops, they receive hands-on mentorship with experts in every field, from screenwriting to production design to editing and distribution.
Great films start here.
CineVic is an artist-run society which supports independent filmmakers and media artists with accessible programming, affordable equipment, professional development resources, and cinematic exhibition opportunities.
What We Offer
Membership
CineVic Membership is open to anyone who demonstrates filmmaking or videography ability, or interest in developing this ability in the art and craft of filmmaking and videography.
Members enjoy reduced rates on equipment rentals, discounts on workshops, volunteer opportunities, and more.
Equipment
CineVic has the gear for your
🎥 indie film
🎨 media art
🎬 web series
🖼️ documentary
▶ viral video
Join up to get member rates!
Programming
Participate in workshops, mentorships, and creation programs.
Apply for professional development, film production, and exhibition opportunities.
Attend screenings, artist talks, and collaborative networking events.
Latest News
CineVic Merch!
Our Spring 2019 fashion line will soon be hitting the streets. Be the first to pre-order CineVic Merch from our online store — and don’t be afraid to ask us about custom items! Check out these items and more in our online store >>
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Equipment Rental Rates REDUCED
As we continue to expand our equipment inventory, we are also cutting prices! Effective February 1st 2020, CineVic Members can enjoy reduced rental rates on the following items: Black Magic Cinema Camera >> $35 $15 per day Panasonic HPX-170 Camera >> $20 FREE Canon T2i DSLR Camera >> $5 FREE GoPro Hero 2 Camera Kit >> $5 FREE Production…
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Douglas Magazine article
CineVic president Darlene Tait is featured in an article in the Dec 2019 / Jan 2020 issue of Douglas Magazine, about the rapidly growing film scene in Victoria BC: The Victoria Film Industry is Gaining Traction
Read MoreVideo Gallery
Sit back and enjoy some amazing work by CineVic members, and relive some of our past programming. Go ahead. Binge.
For the Birds
2008 2:15 minutes Directed by Malcolm Johnstone Based on a true photograph. This film was made as part of a CineVic program for filmmakers to shoot on 16mm film and then edit digitally. Won Best Non-Student Short Film at the 2008 Somewhat North Of Boston (S.N.O.B.) Film Festival in Concord, New Hampshire.
A Temp at Crime
2010 8:15 minutes Directed by Malcolm Johnstone A Comedic Thriller about a woman temping for the mob. The film was shot in August, 2010 and edited the following month. It had its World Premiere in the 2011 Myrtle Beach International Film Festival and went on to play in 8 more film festivals around…
A Family Christmas
2019 3:00 minutes Directed by Beth Doman Andrea and Dorothy disagree on which holiday is superior. The film premiered at CineVic’s Film Festivus on December 1st, 2019.
Sad Santa, Glad Santa
2012 2:30 minutes Directed by Michael Korican Will a young couple’s love change Santa’s mind and save Christmas?
Around the Christmas Tree
2019 2:45 minutes Directed by Octavian Kaul Enjoy this Christmas Horror Micro Short Film, shot and edited in one week. The film premiered at CineVic’s Film Festivus on December 1st, 2019.
Think of the Worst
2019 15:00 minutes Written and Directed by Chorong Kim Think of the Worst takes a peek at Guy’s everyday struggle with his mysterious ability. Whenever he wishes for good things to happen, the opposite of them happens. His weird habits to keep his ability under control leads to misunderstandings from people around him,…
Fire Spell
An apprentice learns that wizards make mistakes that can not be undone by anyone else in the world. Written by Sarah Nicole Faucher.
Pity Party – Teaser Trailer
There’s no worse time to experience a mid-mid life crisis, than during the end of the world. Directed by Ashley Good.
Cascadia (trailer)
In the Pacific Northwest, a lucrative water privatization scheme capsizes on the rocky marriage of a broke hydrologist. Directed by Jim Knox.
Intimate & Interactive w/ Sandy Wilson
CineVic was honoured to partner with the Fairmont Empress to present Canadian film director Sandy Wilson in conversation with a local audience and online viewers.
Intimate & Interactive w/ Atom Egoyan
CineVic was honoured to partner with the Fairmont Empress and Reel Canada to bring Atom Egoyan back to his hometown of Victoria for National Canadian Film Day 150.
CineVic Summer Film Camp 2017: Behind the Scenes
A look back at the CineVic Summer Film Camp held July 17-21, 2017 at St. Ann’s Academy National Historic Site in Victoria, BC.
Twisted Triangle
This film was created over the course of a week during the CineVic Summer Film Camp, July 17-21 2017.
Membership
CineVic Membership is open to anyone who demonstrates filmmaking or videography ability/techniques or interest in developing this ability in the art and craft of filmmaking and videography.