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Cinema Shift Festival brings together filmmakers, technologists, and creatives exploring AI-driven storytelling through curated events in Toronto.
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A curated cinematic evening where film meets AI.
Tickets are now available. Limited capacity.

Cinema Shift Festival is a curated evening exploring how AI is reshaping storytelling, authorship, and creative production.

Confirmed speakers include Anne-Marie Fleming (award-winning filmmaker), Ryan Stasyshyn (Rodeo FX), and Zach Nickels (Dipchand LLP), alongside a small group of filmmakers and industry voices.

Bringing together filmmakers, technologists, and creative industry voices, the event unfolds inside a historic cinema setting, designed as a focused, high-quality experience rather than a traditional conference.

Schedule (approximate)
4:00 PM — Doors open
4:30–6:00 PM — Talks & sessions
6:20–7:50 PM — Film showcase
7:50–8:20 PM — Awards
From 8:20 PM — Networking mixer (off-site)

Program includes
– short, focused talks from selected speakers
– a curated showcase of AI-assisted films
– awards presentation
– networking mixer with speakers and attendees

This is not a panel event or a general meetup.
The program is intentionally limited, with a small number of voices and a curated audience.

This event is for
– filmmakers, directors, and producers exploring new workflows
– AI creatives and technologists working with generative tools
– VFX artists, editors, and production professionals
– agency creatives, strategists, and brand teams
– students and emerging creators in film and creative technology

First edition. Limited capacity.

Tickets are non-refundable. If you’re unable to attend, you’re welcome to transfer your ticket to another guest.

Location
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
506 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1Y3, Canada
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Cinema Shift Festival brings together filmmakers, technologists, and creatives exploring AI-driven storytelling through curated events in Toronto.
13 Going