Atlantic International Film Festival announces three regional World Premieres

Atlantic International Film Festival announces three regional World Premieres for event in Halifax, September 11-18

AIFF presents LIVE! SCRIPTS OUT LOUD! and
FREE programming for all ages at the Halifax Public Library

Early Bird passes and ticket packages available today!




LAKEVIEW (2024) will have its World Premiere at AIFF '24.

The Atlantic International Film Festival (AIFF) proudly announces three World Premieres for the 2024 festival, running September 11-18. In anticipation of the official full program announcement next month, the programming team is excited to announce Atlantic Canadian-made feature length films, MONICA’S NEWS, SKEET and LAKEVIEW.

“I’m thrilled to share this list of World Premieres, spotlighting work from the Atlantic provinces and showcasing the range of storytelling and talent of our filmmakers,” says Lisa Haller, Director of Programming, AIFF.

MONICA’S NEWS is a debut feature from filmmaker Pamela Gallant, who draws on childhood memories as a paper carrier in PEI to speak to the issues of today, crafting an empathetic portrait of the resilient women who fought for equality in her community. Seven years in the making, Nik Sexton’s SKEET tracks the unlikely friendship of an ex-con and a Syrian newcomer as they face their demons and seek a fresh start in Newfoundland. And LAKEVIEW is the sophomore feature from Halifax’s Tara Thorne. This film captures a girls’ weekend in all its tumultuous glory, as a group of exes reassess their relationships to one another in the wake of a divorce.

This year, AIFF will also present LIVE! SCRIPTS OUT LOUD!, a rip-roaring read-through of scenes from classic 90s rom coms. Scripts being read will include: WHEN HARRY MET SALLY, YOU’VE GOT MAIL, MY BEST FRIEND’S WEDDING, SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE and THE BIRDCAGE and will feature an all-star cast of comedy luminaries, including Heidi Brander (BARONESS VON SKETCH SHOW) fame; rising star Katelyn McCulloch (MEET THE KILLER PARENTS, BYSTANDERS); local comedy legend Bob Mann (SULLIVAN’S CROSSING, THE SECRET GIFT OF CHRISTMAS); and Eugene Sampang (THE TRADES, SON OF A CRITCH). The event will take place on Saturday, September 14 at 3:30 p.m.
In addition, AIFF, in partnership with the Halifax Central Library, will be offering a variety of FREE festival programming, including panels such as “Representation in Genre”, and “Creating Sustainable Productions in Today’s Screen Industries”, an “Artist to Artist” Conversation with Andrea Dorfman and Pamela Gallant, hosted by Stephanie Joline, a special information session “CBC, Create With Us!”; and several “Family Film Fun!” activities for children.



PASSES & TICKET PACKAGE INFORMATION

AIFF is excited to introduce the new AIFF Weekender Pass which provides access to all regular screenings, panels and live events from Friday, September 13 at 5 p.m. to our last screening on Sunday, September 15 (excluding Gala screenings).

New this year, the festival is offering Early Bird pricing for the traditional full AIFF Festival Pass, the new AIFF Weekender Pass, and AIFF Ticket Packages (available in sets of four, six or 12), and will be available for a limited time starting today, Wednesday, July 24 until Tuesday, August 13, while supplies last.
All single tickets for screenings and special events along with regular price passes and ticket packages will go on sale on Wednesday, August 14 at 1 p.m. at the AIFF Online Box Office at atlanticfilmfestival.ca.

Tickets and passes will also be available at the physical AIFF Box Office in the upper lobby of Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane, opening and operating daily beginning on Monday, September 9 at 10 a.m. Visit our atlanticfilmfestival.ca for Box Office hours.

The full 2024 program of films and events will be unveiled on Wednesday, August 14. The full schedule will be posted online at atlanticfilmfestival.ca. Follow AIFF on our socials for ongoing updates!



About AIFF
The Atlantic International Film Festival (AIFF) is an eight-day celebration of cinema from all over the world featuring screenings of over 100 films, Q&As, receptions, panels and industry events. The festival celebrates new and established filmmaking voices from Atlantic Canada and around the globe, helping audiences discover new artists, uncover new perspectives and better understand the world through the medium of cinema. Founded as a small grassroots organization in St. John’s, Newfoundland in 1981, AIFF moved to Halifax the following year. For over four decades, AIFF has grown into one of Canada’s premier film festivals and continues to be a strong advocate for Atlantic Canadian filmmakers. AIFF is a registered charity and offers year-round programming including AIFF Kids and other partnered screenings and events. The 44th annual Atlantic International Film Festival will take place from September 11 to 18, 2024, inviting film enthusiasts, industry professionals, and curious onlookers to connect and engage through a shared love of cinema.