The Edmonton International Film Festival (EIFF) is a nine-day film festival held in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, presenting a diverse range of cinema from around the world. Established in 1986 as the Local Heroes Film Festival, it expanded in scope and was renamed in 2003, moving to a September schedule. The festival showcases over 150 films, including features and shorts across various genres, and hosts filmmaker chats, Q&As, and gala screenings. Films selected for the festival must be Edmonton premieres, and it is hosted at venues such as Landmark Cinemas and Metro Cinema.The Edmonton International Film Festival (EIFF) is a nine-day film festival held in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, that celebrates diverse cinema. Originating in 1986 as the Local Heroes Film Festival, it expanded in scope and was renamed in 2003. The festival typically presents over 150 films, including short and feature-length works across various genres, from both domestic and international filmmakers. EIFF also features filmmaker chats, Q&As, and gala screenings, with all films presented being Edmonton premieres. The festival is hosted at venues such as Landmark Cinemas and Metro Cinema at the Garneau Theatre.