How To Festival

What makes Gimli Film Festival screenings different?

Seeing an outdoor movie at the GFF is a one-of-a-kind experience. The Rogers Cinema Under the Stars 11 metre screen rises out of the water and the audience watches from the sand. The film starts as the sun sets, and on a good night the stars and the northern lights enhance your film experience.

The very best features, documentaries and shorts from Canada and around the world are featured in our four indoor venues. All four venues are within walking distance of central Gimli.

For a listing of films, including screening time and venue click here.

Roger’s Cinema Under the Stars Outdoor Beach Screenings

The Gimli Film Festival showcases entertaining documentaries, dramas and shorts from Manitoba, Canada, and the world. Our unique 11 metre outdoor screen on the shores of Lake Winnipeg is a main attraction, screening a feature film each night.

For more info about the Roger’s Cinema Under the Stars click here.

What should I bring?

All Access Pass holders, should bring your program guides – othewise, pick up at brochure at the RBC Gimli Film Festival Box Office and Information Centre! For the beach screenings you could bring a low beach chair or blanket. Bug spray is a good idea, although the breeze off the water discourages mosquitoes. Get there early to watch the sunset and ensure a good seat. (Low chairs are preferred)

Tickets and Passes

For ticket costs and details, check out the Gimli Film Festival Box Office page for more details.

Tickets will be available 15 minutes prior to each screening at the individual venues. (cash only)

You can purchase a FILM FESTIVAL PASS for $45.00! This pass gives you the opportunity to attend an unlimited number of films during the festival (Industry and hospitality events are not included and require separate purchase).

The ALL ACCESS PASS is $55.00! This pass gives you the opportunity to attend an unlimited number of films, industry and hospitality events during the festival.

Passes are available for purchase at the Gimli Film Festival Box Offices.

All pass holders must arrive at the theatre at least 15 minutes before the screening to secure a seat. Seats will not be guaranteed after this time.

Are the films rated?

All of our films are given a rating by the Manitoba Film Classification Board. Films rated NR (no rating) in this program will have ratings available at the time of screening.