Brampton Film Showcase Shines a Spotlight on Local Filmmakers

All residents are invited to the Rose Brampton Theatre on April 9th to celebrate local films and filmmakers

Brampton, ON (March 11, 2026) – The fifth annual Brampton Film Showcase comes to the Rose Brampton Theatre this year, thanks to the Brampton Arts Organization (BAO), Experience Brampton and the Brampton Film Office. First launched as the Film Screening & Networking Night in 2022, the Brampton Film Showcase has grown exponentially, rocketing from an original audience of 60 to over 400 last year.

Hosted by BAO Ambassador, TIFF alumna and local filmmaker Sasha Leigh Henry, the showcase will feature 11 short films and videos by local filmmakers, followed by an awards ceremony announcing the Judges’ Choice Award winners and the Audience Award Winner. The evening will also include a post-screening networking event where the audience and the filmmakers can connect and celebrate the city’s screen-based talent.

This year’s films include a workplace comedy, heartwarming stop motion animation, a wedding comedy, meditations on loss, a hyper-local documentary, Brampton Batman and much more from both established and emerging talent. These films capture both the stories we carry with us to Brampton and those we create here. Their diverse subjects and modes of expression reflect the intricacy of the Brampton mosaic.

Films

• Lost Wax by Omorose Osagie
• 18 to 35 by Canadian Film Centre alum Rahul Chaturvedi featuring actors Jean Yoon, Andrew Phung, and Ali Hassan
• The Stillness Between by Adam Cushman
• Fried Fish & Plantain by TIFF Next Wave Alum Paul-Daniel Torres starring TIFF 21′ Rising Star Emma Ferreira and Paul-Daniel Torres
• Bug by Lily Zhang
• Are You Being Thanked Endlessly? by gulzar
• Getting There by Pree Rehal
• A Clay Horse by Abdullah Khan
• Pick One by Julian De Zotti featuring actors Carlo Rota and Jennifer Dale
• i see myself in you by Amreen Kullar
• Brampton Batman by Akshay Jagroop

Please note some films contain mature situations and themes, including violence and swearing. Viewer discretion is advised. Not suitable for children under the age of twelve (12) years.

Save the Date

Thursday, April 9, 2026
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Rose Brampton Theatre, 1 Theatre Lane, Brampton
Free / All Are Welcome

Links

Visit bramptonartsorg.ca for the film descriptions and the free registration link.

Photographs of previous Brampton Film Showcases and stills from the films can be found here.

Quotes

Brampton is proud to be a growing hub for film and television. The Brampton Film Showcase is a chance to celebrate the local talent bringing our city’s stories to life. From major productions to independent films, Brampton continues to be a top choice for filmmakers.

Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton

Brampton is home to a diverse and vibrant arts community, and the Brampton Film Showcase gives us a chance to recognize and celebrate the talent in our own backyard. I am excited to see local stories take centre stage and highlight the cultural richness that makes Brampton so unique.

Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor, Wards 1 & 5; Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton

Brampton is home to such an incredible community of filmmakers whose stories reflect the creativity, diversity, and ambition of our city! Our Brampton Film Showcase is a special opportunity to celebrate that talent, connect audiences with local creators, and spotlight the growing screen industry locally. We’re proud to work again with the City of Brampton to provide a platform where emerging and established filmmakers can share their work and build meaningful connections.

Michael Vickers, Executive Director, Brampton Arts Organization

About the Brampton Arts Organization 

The Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) is a registered non-profit that champions Brampton’s diverse arts, culture and creative industries and advocates for the #BramptonArtist. We work to build a thriving, confident, valued, and empowered creative scene by offering a range of programs, services and resources. In this, BAO is a key partner in fulfilling the City of Brampton’s strategic vision and Culture Master Plan. Learn more at bramptonartsorg.ca and connect with us at Instagram, Facebook, X(formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn.

Media inquiries, please contact:

Gardenia Flores, Marketing & Communications Lead
gardenia@bramptonartsorg.ca