In collaboration with the FNC, we are rewarding the best short and feature film in the “Les nouveaux alchimistes” selection, dedicated to experimental cinema:
NOUVEAUX ALCHIMISTES AWARD – Best Feature Film of Competition ($1,000 cash prize awarded by Main Film)
DADA NATIONAL AWARD – Best short film of competition ($500 cash prize awarded by Main Film and $500 for analog services: film and/or in-person analog post-production)
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Awarded in the Quebec Programming category to the film that stands out for its cinematographic qualities and artistic direction:
Cinematography Award – $2,000 in production services from Main Film and $1,500 in services from Bande à part.
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Jeune Espoir category – Main Film International Aboriginal Emerging Talent Award ($1,000 bursary) and Special Mention ($500 bursary)
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The Magnus-Isacsson Award is presented to the best first feature film in the national competition, emanating from a social conscience. Presented with the participation of DOC Québec, Cinema Politica, MainFilm, Funambules Médias and ARRQ.
Main Film Award at Doc Lab Montreal – RIDM Forum – value of $2,000 redeemable for Main Film equipment rentals and $500 in cash, as well as a one-year associate membership with Main Film.
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Main Film is delighted to introduce and sponsor this award at the Images Festival, celebrating both the festival and the artist demonstrating a deep connection with analog practices.
For the love of Celluloid Award is given to an artist who demonstrates great artistry and skill in the use of film. It recognizes the artist’s commitment to exploring and preserving the unique qualities and possibilities of this medium ($500 prize award from Main Film).
2024
In collaboration with Makila
Competition dedicated to emerging filmmakers from Canada’s Francophonie
2020
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2018
Cuban Hat
Promising an abundance of innovative ideas, several cash prizes and services donated by industry members, and voluntary and committed audience participation, this cabaret-style event is one of DCM’s most popular and festive.
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2018