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Blue Mountain Film + Media Festival

May 29 – 31, 2025

Over four action-packed days, the Blue Mountain Film + Media Festival presents top International and Canadian narrative and documentary films plus TV and digital media screenings. The festival goes beyond great cinema with events, parties, entertainment, outdoor adventures, and star appearances from film, YouTube, TikTok, and more

BMFM’s Creative Forum (May 29 – 31) provides exclusive opportunities for networking, discussions, and facilitated meetings. Top industry decision-makers—including Rachel Nelson (Corus), Jocelyn Hamilton (Lionsgate Canada), Virginia Rankin (Blink49 Studios), Mark Montefiore (New Metric Media), and Teza Lawrence (Amaze)—will be in attendance, with more names to be announced soon.

New initiatives this year include Live Pitch Competitions, where filmmakers can present feature film and programmatic projects to industry experts, as well as expanded 1-on-1 meetings with executives and distributors, including the popular Gondola Meetings, where creatives can pitch projects while taking in the stunning mountain views. Creatives interested in applying for the pitch sessions must submit applications by March 28th. Applications can be submitted by visiting: https://bluemtnfilmfest.ca/pitchcomp/

BMFM also introduces Lunch & Breakfast with Decision-Makers, offering participants a rare chance to gain insights and advice from key industry leaders in an intimate setting. Further elevating this year’s industry programming is a behind-the-scenes session with Daniel Bekerman, producer of The Witch and The Apprentice, which has been nominated for two Academy Awards.

Beyond the industry forum, the festival boasts an exciting line-up of events, including the Filmmakers On Top Party (May 29), Buffer Festival Screening Event (May 31), exclusive screenings, and special networking opportunities. Attendees can also take advantage of Gondola Passes, curated breakfasts and lunches, and exclusive room rates at Blue Mountain Resorts.

CMPA members receive 15% off the Creative Forum (3 Day Pass) until May 18, 2025. To view the discount code, .

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