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Silver Screamers

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 7 - 9 pm at the Confluence 750 9 Avenue SE, Calgary SILVER SCREAMERS is a heartwarming and spine-tingling documentary that follows a spirited group of seniors who set out to make a horror film, stepping far outside their comfort zones. Led by a local filmmaker, they navigate the challenges of low-budget movie-making with humour, heart, and resilience. Along the way, they discover newfound confidence, forge meaningful friendships, and show off their creat

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Introducing Our New Executive Director

The Board of Directors of THIRD ACTion Film Festival is pleased to announce the appointment of Norman S. Leach in the role of part-time Executive Director for THIRD ACTion Film Festival. Norman has a lengthy career defined by strategic leadership, cultural innovation and a deep commitment to community development across multiple sectors including the arts, non-profit and international sectors. He was founding member of GlobalFest, one of Canada’s most recognized cultural fest

6 days ago1 min read

Beyond the Duplex Planet

WORLD PREMIERE April 18, 2026 at 1:45 pm and April 22, 2026 at 4:30 pm Calgary Underground Film Festival Globe Cinema Calgary 617 8 Avenue SW Tickets at https://www.calgaryundergroundfilm.org/2026/beyond-the-duplex-planet/ We are pleased to be a community partner for the screening of Beyond the Duplex Planet at the Calgary Underground Film Festival April 18 and 22. Artist David Greenberger's conversations with seniors in the '70s became the cult 'zine The Duplex Planet. Now

Apr 91 min read

Tough Old Broads

CONFIRMED for Sunday, March 29 at 3:15 pm at Landmark Cinemas Calgary Country Hills. 300-388 Country Hills Blvd NE Purchase a ticket from the Landmark Cinema site or a t the door. [If you purchase online, go to the bottom of the Landmark Cinema site page for Tough Old Broads, choose Sunday, March 29 from the date pulldown menu, and click on 3:15 pm, the start time, to get your ticket.] Director Stacey Tenenbaum’s documentary Tough Old Broads tells the stories of Katherine

Mar 152 min read

Volunteer Update

Our Casting Call for Volunteers was a great success—full of energy, ideas, and new connections. Thanks to our board members and volunteers who came out to welcome and inspire newcomers. It worked! We’re excited to report: A highly experienced Fundraising Chair has joined us and will be building her own committee. At least two strong new board members will come on the board, with others exploring the role Two experienced administrative volunteers are already booked to help

Feb 111 min read

Executive Director Role (Part-Time)

We are seeking a part-time Executive Director to provide both creative and operational leadership for the festival. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about film, social impact, and building a values-driven arts organization. About the Organization THIRD ACTion Film Festival uses film to create a more inclusive and accurate dialogue about aging. Through carefully curated film screenings, onversations, and community partnerships, we bring together audiences of al

Feb 82 min read

Become a Member

Join Our Membership Campaign — Just $25 a Year We’re excited to launch our THIRD ACTion Film Festival Membership Campaign , and we invite you to become part of a growing community that believes in the power of film to change how we see aging. For just $25 per year , your membership directly supports our mission to present inspiring films, meaningful discussions, and intergenerational events that celebrate later life, creativity, and connection. As a member, you’ll enjoy speci

Feb 61 min read

2026 THIRD ACTion Film Festival Plans

We’d like to share an important update: we will not be hosting a full festival in 2026. This decision allows us to focus on strengthening our foundation—building capacity, sharing the workload more sustainably, diversifying funding, and becoming better known across the community. We see this year as a period of intentional, accelerated growth that will position us well for what comes next. What We are Doing In the year ahead, we’ll be active—hosting and supporting film screen

Jan 301 min read

Executive Director Search

Our search for a part-time Executive Director to provide both creative and operational leadership is underway. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about film, social impact, and building a values-driven arts organization. About the Role The Executive Director works closely with the Board, programmers, volunteers, and partners to shape the Festival’s artistic direction and oversee its operations. Responsibilities include programming leadership, fundraising includ

Jan 221 min read

Casting Call for THIRD ACTion Film Festival Volunteers

Are you interested in film, arts, culture or community events? THIRD ACTion Film Festival is looking for volunteers and is hosting an information session on Saturday, January 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Calgary Public Library (Central). This casual, low-pressure event gives attendees an introduction to THIRD ACTion Film Festival and its mission to change the dialogue on aging through film. The session will include a brief overview of the organization, time to mee

Jan 201 min read

Win a pair of tickets to Boorman and the Devil at CUFF Docs!

Hey @Calgary! Enter to win a pair of tickets to this Calgary Underground Film Festival DOC. The true story of how John Boorman made a big-budget sequel to THE EXORCIST, and how his surreal and unconventional film became a legendary disaster. "An enjoyably exhaustive doc chronicles the making of EXORCIST II: THE HERETIC, one of Hollywood’s most despised sequels." - The Hollywood Reporter "One need not be a fan of a movie to enjoy its making-of tale. Especially when that d

Nov 17, 20251 min read

Win a pair of tickets to Coroner to the Stars at CUFF Docs!

Hey @Calgary! Enter to win a pair of tickets to this Calgary Underground Film Festival DOC. Dr. Thomas Noguchi’s high-profile autopsies of icons like Marilyn Monroe, Robert Kennedy, Sharon Tate and Natalie Wood thrust him into the spotlight, earning him the nickname "Coroner to the Stars"—while sparking backlash from Hollywood elites and political adversaries in a city obsessed with fame and celebrity. CORONER TO THE STARS chronicles the extraordinary life and controversial c

Nov 17, 20251 min read