ICFF Junior runs from May 8-13, 2017 at the prestigious TIFF Bell Lightbox in Toronto, Cineplex Cinemas in Vaughan, Cineplex in Yorkdale and Silvercity in Richmond Hill.
TICKETS: Students $8+hst | Adult $13+hst
ICFF Jr. is the annual film programme of ICFF that promotes film as an art form using the platform of Italian Cinema, while providing students (ages 8 to 18) with exposure to International culture and language. The program includes feature films, documentaries, animations and shorts. It provides educators with an alternative teaching method that respects a variety of learning styles.
Starting this year, ICFF Jr. is expanding to include, besides Italian, other languages i.e., Spanish, French, Portuguese and Filipino in its film selection. A primary goal is to establish target audiences (i.e., identify & list participating schools & Boards of Education, expand audiences to include all students studying Italian, Spanish, French, Portuguese and Filipino).
In a multicultural and culturally vibrant environment such as the city of Toronto, film is the perfect medium to facilitate a variety of different learning experiences. This includes media literacy, exposure to international languages and culture and the development of critical and analytical skills for students of all ages in Toronto and GTA. The ICFF Jr. complements Toronto’s multicultural landscape by bringing a selection of films from well established international directors that have received international recognition.
Looking ahead, the ICFF Jr. fosters the development of global knowledge and exposes students to new and engaging experiences. We are aware that our students represent the future cinema audience, directors and actors. Therefore, the ICFF Jr. intends to nurture and inspire tomorrow’s talents.