Spring Awakening

SharpCuts annual film festival is keeping the momentum strong and starting a fresh new series in the spring of 2010!

Submissions

Submissions are now closed! Thanks for all the wonderful entries this year! Program announced! Join us May 5th - 9th for a fantastic event line up!

The Blended Film Challenge

And so it has begun! Highschoolers from Barrie to Guelph are busy filming! Join us May 9th at 2pm for the screening at the Guelph Galaxy Cinema.

The Festival

Mission Statement

SharpCuts is a tour de force among festivals, celebrating both independent short film and music. The event attracts emerging and established artists who showcase their works to peers, critics, and the public.

Festival Introduction

In 2010, SharpCuts returns for its fourth year as a staple festival in Guelph, Ontario, and surrounding area. The event is an epicenter for local, national, and international indie musicians and filmmakers to convene in appreciation of their craft. Annual highlights include a Fright Night, Saturday Short Sets, and the Filmmaker Gala and Awards Banquet. New this year, the roster will also include a a comedy kick-off event and an evening of musical free-styling. Previously, SharpCuts has hosted illustrious Canadian talent such as musician Jeff Bird (Cowboy Junkies) and actors Art Hindle (Beverly Hills 90210, ENG, Paradise Falls and Canadian Case File) and Laura Bertram (Ready or Not, Andromeda, Robson Arms).

Events

Important Dates

Regular Deadline: March 1^st 2010 (Passed)
Late Deadline: March 15^th, 2010 (Passed) Thank you!
Festival Program Announced: April 5^th, 2010 (Passed)

Blended Film Challenge Sign-up: April 20^th, 2010 (Passed)

Download Blended sign up FORM.

Blended Film Challenge Kick-off: April 23^rd, 2010 (Passed)
Blended Film Challenge Completion Deadline: May 7^th, 2010 (Passed)

Festival: May 5^th – May 9^th 2010

Download the PROGRAM at a glance…