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Watch Our New Animated Film: The Mountain of SGaana

Watch Our New Animated Film: The Mountain of SGaana

Every once in a while, a movie comes along that sweeps you off your feet. This is that movie. The Mountain of SGaana is a lyrical, magical tale infused with Haida influences that will delight audiences of all ages.

Explore the World of Martial Arts

Explore the World of Martial Arts

Whether you practice martial arts or simply appreciate its grace, poetry, and discipline, we've put together a list of 5 films that explore the art in its many forms.

The Masters Series: Michèle Cournoyer

The Masters Series: Michèle Cournoyer

This installment of The Masters Series brings us the incredible works of filmmaker Michèle Cournoyer, an animator with her own visually distinct style.

Animation Techniques: Pinscreen

Animation Techniques: Pinscreen

Pinscreen animation was practiced by only two filmmakers at the NFB - Jacques Drouin and Michèle Lemieux. Discover the mysteries of this fascinating tool.

All in the Family: 5 Films on Family Dynamics

All in the Family: 5 Films on Family Dynamics

Family relationships are some of the most complex relationships we'll navigate in our lives. It only makes sense, with so much at stake. Here are 5 films that explore family dynamics.

The Incredible Journey of Hedgehog’s Home

The Incredible Journey of Hedgehog’s Home

After 12 months travelling the world and winning more than 30 awards on many different continents, Eva Cvijanović is clearly pleased with the reception her film « Hedgehog's Home » has received.

NFB Pause: Summer Films

NFB Pause: Summer Films

Camping in summertime is a Canadian rite of passage. With National Parks all across this great country of ours, it's pretty easy to find the perfect spot. Let these 5 films help you choose.

Watch 3 Free, Unique Films

Watch 3 Free, Unique Films

Watch 3 short films that will move, inspire, and transform you. And you won't see them anywhere else.

Herring Hunt, An Oscar®-nominated jewel starring Bruno Gerussi | Curator’s Perspective

Herring Hunt, An Oscar®-nominated jewel starring Bruno Gerussi | Curator’s Perspective

A look at Herring Hunt, an Oscar nominated short from the National Film Board of Canada starring Bruno Gerussi of The Beachcombers fame.

It’s now easier than ever to create animation for virtual reality

It’s now easier than ever to create animation for virtual reality

How did two programmers—one from Germany and the other from Denmark—team up to create a tool that bridges the gap between animation and virtual reality? Milan Grajetzki and Dario Seyb recently stopped by Montreal’s NFB studios to talk about how AnimVR came to be.

Call for Short Documentary Proposals

Call for Short Documentary Proposals

The NFB’s Quebec Atlantic Studio is calling for artful short documentaries by both emerging and established filmmakers to be developed and produced over 12-18 months beginning September 2018.

The Masters Series: Terence Macartney-Filgate

The Masters Series: Terence Macartney-Filgate

Terence Macartney-Filgate was one of the earliest proponents of direct cinema at the NFB. Here are 5 examples of some of the finest work he produced.