Get Lit(erature)
Literature is great. From novelists to poets, each documentary on this list shines a spotlight on a different celebrated literary figure.
Explore Mental Health from 3 Different Perspectives
Approximately 20 percent of Canadians live with mental health problems. Watch 3 films that offer 3 different perspectives on issues of mental health.
Adult Animation Vol. 2: Afternoon Delight
Not all animation is meant for children. In a follow-up to our first Adult Animation post, here are 5 more films to watch after the kids go to bed.
The Immigrant Experience in Canada on Film
Not unlike a delicious smorgasbord, Canada is a mixture of different things. In this collection, we’ve chosen five films that illustrate the immigrant experience in Canada.
The Masters Series: Evelyn Lambart
Evelyn Lambart is known as the First Lady of Animation, and was the first animator to join the NFB. Watch a selection of some of her films.
The Pets and Predators That Humans Love
From pets to predators and everything in-between, the relationship between human beings and the rest of the animal kingdom remains an important part of our daily lives.
Labrador Doc Project: Call for Submissions
The NFB Quebec Atlantic Studio and LJH Films is calling for proposals for creative documentary shorts by Nunatsiavummiut, ages 18 and up, from or in Labrador, for the Labrador Doc Project.
6 Favourite Female-Centric Films
This week, we celebrate International Women's Day with some of our marketing managers' favourite female-centric NFB films. Enjoy.
The Life and Times of Evelyn Lambart
As the first woman animator in the country—and for nearly a quarter-century the only female animation filmmaker at the NFB—Evelyn Lambart enjoyed a prolific career marked by passion and invention.
Commitment to Gender Parity at the NFB: The Results
Following our announcement about achieving gender parity by 2020 in key creative positions, we're proud to announce our results after just one year.
5 Films To Watch This Spring Break
It's spring break season across Canada. If your kids are going to spend any time in front of a screen, make the most of it and have them watch some fun and educational films from the NFB!
Nevertheless, She Persisted
To celebrate International Women's Day, watch 5 films that are portraits of inspirational women, women who refused to be held back or held down.