Nickel Independent Film Festival

Celebrating independent filmmaking in Newfoundland & Labrador 🎥

The Nickel Independent Film Festival is a celebration of independent filmmaking in Newfoundland and Labrador, founded in 2001. The festival features film screenings, workshops, discussion panels, and networking events at the legendary LSPU Hall in St. John's. It aims to create an enthusiastic and creative atmosphere that leaves audiences and filmmakers feeling connected to independent film culture. Beyond its summer fest, Nickel offers filmmaking workshops, creative film challenges, and mentorship programs throughout the year. These programs provide opportunities for students from professional filmmakers and inspire the next generation of filmmakers through the Nickel Youth Film Fest. The festival also showcases short films that push boundaries of form and technique, delve into universal social issues, and celebrate human connection, diversity, and life's magic. With a focus on regional and cultural content, particularly those related to Inuit, Innu, or Mi'kmaq culture, the Nickel invites submissions from any genre and anywhere in the world.