General informations - Cinemania festival

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

FESTIVAL FORMAT

What format will the CINEMANIA Film Festival take this year?

The 27th edition of the Cinemania Film Festival will be presented in a hybrid format, from November 2nd to 14th, 2021 in theaters and from November 2nd to 21st, 2021 on our online platform. This year, our screenings will take place at Cinéma Impérial, Théâtre Outremont, Cinéma du Musée, Cinéma Du Parc and Cinéma Beaubien.

Will the films shown in theatres also be available online?

Most theatrical films will also be available online. However, some films will be available exclusively in theatres and some films will be available exclusively on our online platform. We invite you to visit our programming to consult the list of films screened in theaters and/or online.

PROGRAMMING

How to find out about CINEMANIA's programming?

The complete programming of the Festival will be announced on October 25th, 2021. This year, due to the health situation, no program, schedule or catalog will be printed. You can find it here.

Will there be a printed catalog?

Due to the current COVID19 situation, there will be no printed catalog or schedule this year, as our goal is to keep the handling of objects and printouts to a minimum. Programming and film descriptions as well as a simplified version of the downloadable schedule are available on our website.

Will there be any master classes or lectures this year?

We are always keen to offer additional master classes or events to our loyal fan base, free of charge. The full schedule of all our related events is available here.

How do I vote for the Mel Hoppenheim Audience Award this year?

You can cast your vote via the online form once the festival has started. More information to come.

Will CINEMANIA films be presented with subtitles?

As it is the tradition at CINEMANIA, all of our films, with some exceptions, are presented with English subtitles for greater accessibility across the country. On our online platform, some films in languages other than French will be presented with either French or English subtitles.

Can I create "My Schedule" for movies like before?

Unfortunately, it is not possible to create a "My Schedule" for the 2021 edition. Films purchased on the CINEMANIA online platform will be in your personalized library.

BOX OFFICE

When will tickets be on sale?

All tickets will go on sale on October 25th, 2021 through our online ticketing service.

What are the prices?

Festival Fees
GENERAL ADMISSION ONLINE	8.50$
GENERAL ADMISSION IN THEATRE	14$
SENIOR GENERAL ADMISSION IN THEATRE	13$
YOUTH GENERAL ADMISSION IN THEATRE (25 years old or less)	12$

OPENING GALA - IN THEATRE	20$
CLOSING CEREMONY - IN THEATRE	15$
"ALINE" GALA - IN THEATRE	25$

6 FILMS BOOKLET - IN THEATRE **	75$

HYBRID PASS	250$
HYBRID PASS - PRESALE 20% OFF Sold Out**	~~200$~~
PROFESSIONAL PASS **	190$
ONLINE PASSEPORT **	75$

COMBO EVENINGS OF QUEBEC SHORTS - IN THEATRE	15$
SINGLE SCREENING - SHORT FILM - IN THEATRE	10$

* 65 years and older
**Passports do not include the opening and closing galas and special events.
***These prices do not include our ticketing supplier's sales fees. These will be added at the time of purchase.

Will there be an in person box office?

This year, tickets will be sold exclusively online, there will be no on-site sales. To purchase your tickets, go directly to our online ticketing service. If you encounter any technical problems while purchasing your tickets, please contact Ticketpro at info@ticketpro.ca or their toll free number 514-790-1111 or 1-866-908-9090. For all other questions, please contact our customer service by email or by phone at (514) 235-4525.

Will the films presented in theaters have multiple screenings?

Some films will be shown several times and in different theatres. Please refer to the programming for more information.

What is the ticketing policy?

There are no refunds or exchanges. If you have COVID19 symptoms, please contact us at billetterie@festivalcinemania.com

What payment methods are allowed?

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no onsite sales, so we do not accept cash, checks or wire transfers. For the indoor sessions, debit cards (TD and RBC) and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and AMEX) are allowed through our online ticketing system.
For our online platform, we only accept credit card payments (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover & Diners, China UnionPay and Japan Credit Bureau).

I want to make a donation to help CINEMANIA: how can I do it?

Your donations are greatly appreciated, especially in the current context of the COVID-19 pandemic. CINEMANIA is facing important challenges in order to continue to fulfill its mandate as a non-profit cultural organization. Therefore, when you purchase a ticket for our Festival on our online ticketing service, you can make a donation. All donations are welcome and we thank you for your support.

HOW THE PASSPORTS WORK

How does the HYBRID/INDUSTRY PASS work

For films shown in theatres, you will receive a unique promotional code by email that will allow you to reserve your 50 tickets in advance for the screenings of your choice starting October 25th, 2021.
Simply enter your promotional code in the space provided when you reserve your screening (see example in the image below). Tickets can be reserved up to 30 minutes after the beginning of the screening.

For the online programming, the HYBRID / INDUSTRY PASS holders will receive an email within 24 hours of their purchase, inviting him/her to activate his/her new account or to connect to his/her existing account on our online platform in order to have access to all the films available online.
Please note that the films of our online programming will only be accessible from the launch of the Festival on November 2nd, 2021 according to a predetermined schedule. You can consult the schedule here. (coming soon)

For more information, please visit the ONLINE PLATFORM section. (coming soon)

I have an HYBRID PASS or a PROFESSIONAL PASS, can I go to all the screenings

No. The HYBRID PASS or the PROFESSIONAL PASS is nominative and only allows you to book a single ticket for 50 films of your choice in theatres.
The HYBRID PASS or the PROFESSIONAL PASS does not guarantee access to the screenings. All PASSPORT holders must reserve their ticket online before the start of the screening. Late arrivals may result in denial of access to a screening. No exceptions will be made on site by CINEMANIA staff.

Who is the PROFESSIONAL PASS intended for?

The PROFESSIONAL PASS is reserved exclusively for film industry professionals. A validation step is required by the CINEMANIA team before a PROFESSIONAL PASS can be purchased. This step can take up to 24 hours.

Once your information has been verified by the CINEMANIA team, you will receive a link that will allow you to complete your transaction and receive your PROFESSIONAL PASS.

I am a member of the press, how can I get an accreditation?

You can apply for a media accreditation for the CINEMANIA programming. Each request will be treated individually and an online viewing code will be issued if the request is accepted.

Click here to access the form.

HEALTH MEASURES RELATED TO COVID19

Do I need a Vaccine Passport to attend the CINEMANIA Film Festival?

All festival-goers must present their Vaccine Passport, as well as a photo ID (health card, driver's license, passport, etc.) at the entrance of the theatre before each screening. No entry will be possible without the presentation of these two documents.

Do I have to wear a mask during the screenings

The capacity of the screening rooms have been restored to normal, so masks must be worn at all times inside the auditoriums, even when seated. However, you may remove your mask to eat and/or drink during the screening.

Can I get a refund if I have COVID-19?

If you have purchased a ticket and you have COVID-19 symptoms, please contact us at: billetterie@festivalcinemania.com

For questions regarding the online platform, please go to the "How does CINEMANIA Online work?" tab, or you can reach us by phone or email.

How to reach us:

Phone: (514) 235-4525
Email: support@festivalcinemania.com