stratford international film festival
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The Stratford Film Festival is a revived, independent cinema event in Stratford, Ontario that showcases narrative features, documentaries, shorts, animation, and genre films from Canada and around the world. Notable for being one of North America's first festivals to celebrate international film (originally launched in 1956 by Tom Patterson) and for its current commitment to 50/50 gender parity and inclusivity, it holds significance as a partner of the TIFF Film Circuit bringing exceptional indie and foreign cinema to Ontario's cultural hub through an annual four-day festival in November and monthly screenings.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+28 pts)
- 70 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Avon Theatre
- Verified trusted status
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Festival Details
Founded
1956
Venue
Avon Theatre
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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