CDFF asked local filmmakers to create a Promo Reel for the inaugural festival ad campaign.   In order to choose the winning entry, we want your input. Which of the submitted films should represent...

SPARTA Film Challenge!   Join some of CDFF team as we check out the SPARTA LXXII screening!   Several of our team members have been invited by the SPARTA Film Challenge series to act as jury...

  Cellar Door Film Festival is Now Accepting Submissions!   CDFF invites filmmakers to submit speculative films of both short and feature length, which include, but are not limited to, films...

Cellar Door Film Festival Promo Reel Challenge! Calling local Ottawa talent to create a promo reel for the CDFF​. Are you looking to expand your portfolio? Gain attention in the Ottawa film...

Every filmmaker starts with their first camera; every festival starts with its first film. Ottawa’s newest film festival, Cellar Door Film Festival (CDFF), is now accepting submissions for the Fall...