OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS
Showcasing work from over 30 countries around the Pacific Ocean. Submit your short film now!
Earlybird Deadline: November 1st 2020
OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS
Submit your short screenplay for the chance to pitch and earn a production package worth over $17,500 to create your film.
Open to screenwriters and filmmakers from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands region.
Earlybird Deadline: November 1st 2020
NEW EQUIPMENT
Introducing RED Gemini 5K
The latest addition to our roster of professional-grade cinema cameras.
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.
Upcoming Events
CineVic’s DIGITAL Yappy Hour
28 October 2020
On the last Wednesday of the month, check in with your fellow CineVic members to stay connected, socialize, network, and just plain schmooze — from home! Open to current and prospective members. Join us for a lively chat. This month’s meetup will be hosted by CineVic’s President, Darlene Tait.
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A COLD READING – DEADLINE
31 October 2020
CineVic presents A COLD READING EVENT – Live on Zoom – Wednesday November 18th 2020 @ 7pm – Have you been hunkered down writing screenplays to get you through pandemic isolation? Then don’t miss the return of our Cold Reading series! An opportunity for writers to hear how your script flows and your characters sound, for actors to gain experience with on-the-spot no-rehearsal reading, and for viewers to join the fun by witnessing new work from local artists. SUBMISSION DEADLINE OCTOBER 31st
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A COLD READING EVENT
18 November 2020
CineVic presents A COLD READING EVENT – Live on Zoom – Wednesday November 18th 2020 @ 7pm – Have you been hunkered down writing screenplays to get you through pandemic isolation? Then don’t miss the return of our Cold Reading series! An opportunity for writers to hear how your script flows and your characters sound, for actors to gain experience with on-the-spot no-rehearsal reading, and for viewers to join the fun by witnessing new work from local artists.
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Candidates for 2020-21 CineVic Board of Directors
CineVic is pleased to have a full slate of 9 candidates who have put their name forward to serve on our Board of Directors for the coming year. It is great to have some returning directors as well as some fresh faces and new voices. All current members are encouraged to join us at the…
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Black Lives Matter
Black lives matter. Black voices matter. Black stories matter. CineVic stands in solidarity with Black communities and allies in Victoria and all over the world who are standing up to condemn systemic racism and violations of basic human rights. Our mandate of supporting artists refers not only to providing creation and exhibition resources but also…
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Short Circuit 2020: That’s a wrap!
The first-ever #watchfromhome edition of Short Circuit Pacific Rim Film Festival was a smashing success! From May 15th to 31st 2020, we showcased 30 short films from around the world in six themed programs for viewers to stream on demand. We chatted with filmmakers from Victoria, Vancouver, Edmonton, Toronto, Singapore, Japan, Washington, and Hawaii in…
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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.
“G.G.” Official Music Video
2019 3:00 minutes Directed by Joan Bessie This film was shot for CineVic’s One-Take Super 8 Event and premiered at Metro Studio Theatre in April 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,…
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…
We’re Screwed
2020 1:00 minute Directed by Greg Nuspel Filmed during the Covid-19 lockdown. Short about man’s biggest problem.
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.
House of Glass
2017 04:11 minutes Directed by Ft. Langley (William Wilkinson & Oliver Brooks) A satirical look at a day in the life of Donald Trump by directing duo Ft. Langley.
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.
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.