A chance for independent, alternative, and underground cinema to shine in Canada’s capital; with no premiere requirement and open to short, mid-length, and feature films across a wide range of genres
Festival Name: Mirror Mountain Film Festival
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Festival Dates: August 27-29, 2027
About the Festival: This festival brings the best of independent, alternative, and underground cinema to Canada’s capital. It places strong emphasis on diversity and inclusivity, welcoming filmmakers and works with a wide variety of approaches and forms. Its mission is to support creative, distinctive, and authentic voices from the Ottawa-Gatineau region and from around the world.
Awards:Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Performance / Artistic Achievement, Best Sound
Accepted Genres:
Experimental, Music Video, Drama, Documentary, Animation, Horror, Science Fiction, Fantasy
Runtime:Short films under 18 minutes (including credits) / Mid-length films from 18 to 60 minutes (including credits) / Feature films over 60 minutes (including credits)
Language and Subtitles:Films with dialogue must be in English or have English subtitles.
Entry Fee:20to20 to 20to44
Deadline:December 21, 2026
Additional Information:There is no premiere requirement; even films that have previously screened in the Ottawa region are eligible. Films that have distribution, have aired on television, or are fully available online may also be submitted. Works in progress are accepted as well, although the festival recommends submitting completed films.
