This virtual event serves as a conference and marketplace focused on accelerating the Canadian independent film industry. Over two days, it fosters new business partnerships, ignites future film projects, and provides a critically needed platform for conversations about the future of Canadian independent cinema on the global stage.

In addition to keynotes, topical panel discussions and relevant case studies, delegates will have access to exclusive virtual one-on-one and group meeting opportunities offering a direct line to distributors, studios, streamers, agents, investors, funders and media companies from Canada and around the world - all from your home office!

The 2023 Playback Film Summit is hosted on our bespoke virtual platform, which has been hailed as the entertainment industry's best online meeting and content environment. This includes our vibrant virtual Delegate Lounge – a communal space where individuals can connect for special curated events and serendipitous networking. Every delegate has access to the Project Lounge to upload or view scripts, trailers, development materials and full-length features and shorts, as well as their own customized, private video-conferencing room. Integrated chat, messaging and scheduling tools make the virtual meeting or pitching experience easy.

We can’t wait to see you there - virtually, of course!

"A perfect storm of development opportunities, case studies and knowledge sharing for any feature film producer in Canada."

- Tom Strnad
Producer, Writer/Director/Creator
Mountain Goat Film Company Inc

"Grade A networking opportunities from home - it's hard to beat!"

- Christopher Redmond
Writer/Director/Creator
Distant Red Pictures

"The place to be to learn about how to get your film or series produced in Canada... amazing opportunities to meet with both executives and other creatives".

- Kim Sparks
Writer/Director/Creator
Kim Sparks

"It's a great way to stay on top of important issues in the biz!

- Dianne Schwalm
Partnership Development
Reel Canada