“Through the voices of Black women and girls, a documentary reveals a portrait of Black womanhood that refuses to be singular.“
A Black Woman Is… Directed by Teaunna Gray, will be a part of our Block 1 screenings - Love, Memory & Self
🗓️ May 30th Doors Open 2PM
📍70 Ward St @westside_studio
🎟️🔗 Ticket link in our bio
“A young THIPI (7), is saddened by her crush moving away and decides to write him a love letter. Set in the backdrop of 2000s Toronto, within the vibrant, flavourful Tamil immigrant home of Thipi’s grandfather (who is also an astrological fortune teller), Thipi is forced to face the truth about fate and letting go.”
Love Letter Directed by Thipika Balakrishnan, will be a part of our Block 1 screenings - Love, Memory & Self
🗓️ May 30th Doors Open 2PM
📍70 Ward St @westside_studio
🎟️🔗 Ticket link in our bio
“Stella and Giulio are on one of their many, stressful dates, when a small catalyst creates an untimely end.”
A Thousand Little Trees of Blood Directed by Lorenza De Benedictis, will be a part of our Block 1 screenings - Love, Memory & Self
🗓️ May 30th Doors Open 2PM
📍70 Ward St @westside_studio
🎟️🔗 Ticket link in our bio
Tiny Hours Film Festival is almost here — MAY 30th we’re gathering at @westside_studio for a full day of short films, conversation, art & community. 🎬✨
Tickets are going fast, visit our link in bio for all the info on program, tickets & film selections. 🔗
This year’s program features 10 films by emerging and independent filmmakers exploring identity, memory, intimacy, culture, grief, joy, and everything in between. The lineup is one we’re so proud to have curated.
Your ticket includes:
🎞️ Both screening blocks
🎞️ Artist panel + conversations
🎞️ Gallery installations
🎞️ Mixer + community gathering
We built Tiny Hours as a space for films that stay with you and for the people who want to experience them together.
Swipe to see this year’s official selections ✨
Tickets available now via the link in bio. Limited capacity.
Poster by the incredible @abbey.fran
“A queer woman grapples with grief, self-discovery, and the bittersweet memories of her ended, deeply emotional, yet tumultuous relationship.”
Morning Coffee Co-directed by Nolan Begley & Kyla Mah, will be a part of our Block 1 screenings - Love, Memory & Self
🗓️ May 30th Doors Open 2PM
📍70 Ward St @westside_studio
🎟️🔗 Ticket link in our bio
“Two years from their first night together, Willie & Marisol have their “first date.” As they navigate a “post-pandemic” Toronto, they sift through who and what they’ve become amidst the circumstances, grief, and secrets that have kept them apart. Together, they discover if there can be love after loss. Starring TIFF 21’ Rising Star Emma Ferreira.”
Fried Fish & Plantain Directed by Paul-Daniel Torres, will be a part of our Block 1 screenings - Love, Memory & Self
🗓️ May 30th Doors Open 2PM
📍70 Ward St @westside_studio
🎟️🔗 Ticket link in our bio
“This film follows Huỳnh, a traditional fish sauce maker living in Đà Nẵng, central Vietnam. For almost 250 years, his family has sustained an ancestral craft rooted in the coastal culture of the region. Through his daily practice, from sourcing ingredients to fermentation, the film traces the rhythms, labour and heritage embedded in this enduring tradition.”
Craft Takes Labour Directed by Gabriel Hutchinson, will be a part of our Block 1 screenings - Love, Memory & Self
🗓️ May 30th Doors Open 2PM
📍70 Ward St @westside_studio
🎟️🔗 Ticket link in our bio
Tickets are officially live for Tiny Hours Film Festival 🎞️
On May 30th, we’re gathering at @westside_studio for a full day of short films, conversation, art & community.
This year’s program features 10 films by emerging and independent filmmakers exploring identity, memory, intimacy, culture, grief, joy, and everything in between. The lineup is one we’re so proud to have curated.
Your ticket includes:
🎞️ Both screening blocks
🎞️ Artist panel + conversations
🎞️ Gallery installations
🎞️ Mixer + community gathering
We built Tiny Hours as a space for films that stay with you and for the people who want to experience them together.
Swipe to see this year’s official selections ✨
Tickets available now via the link in bio. Limited capacity.
Poster by the incredible @abbey.fran
Craft, write, wine, dine, and enjoy an unforgettable family portrait session with your mom/maternal figure on Sunday May 10th. We’re hosting a very special event with @strangephool and @teaunnagray !
We’re inviting you to @westside_studio where everything is taken care of, just come with your maternal figure/kid(s) and make memories you won’t forget.
One ticket per family🌹 Limited spots available.
Your ticket includes a portrait session with your mom by @teaunnagray , a hands-on floral workshop with @strangephool , letter writing, collage making station, light refreshments, and more!
Tasty beverages by @zamalekmontreal 🫶🏾
Beautiful poster by @nikisaint 🥹
Can’t wait to see you on Mother’s Day — May 10th from 1-5pm. Tickets in bio!
The Official Shorts Selections for Tiny Hours Film Festival 2026 ✨⤵️
Love letter Dir. Thipika Balakrishnan
Craft Takes Labour Dir. Gabriel Hutchinson
Morning Coffee Dir. Nolan Begley & Kyla Mah
Fried Fish & Plantain Dir. Paul-Daniel Torres
A Thousand Little Trees of Blood Dir. Lorenza De Benedictis
A Black Woman Is… Dir. Teaunna Gray
The Dinner Party Dir. Jaye Lodhia & Steven Chau
Let The Myth Be Dir. Carrington Walsh
Surfistas Dir. Meagan Enriquez & DP.EP Christina Ienna
A Good Day Will Come Dir. Amir Zargara
A huge thank you to all our directors and submissions! 💯
We are overwhelmed by your talent and so excited to celebrate filmmaking on May 30th with screenings, exhibition, panel and good times!!
Stay tuned for more information, programming, and insights into the talented filmmakers and titles joining TINY HOURS for our inaugural year! 🎬🍿
ISO VOLUNTEERS — WE NEED YOU 📥 Fill in the volunteer form linked in our bio, or email us at [email protected] with any questions before filling an application form.
Available roles include:
Operations
A/V, Grip, Lighting tech
Bar (w/ valid smart serve)
Food & Beverage
Social media & Marketing
Guest Relations
Event Setup: May 28th and/or 29th
Festival Day: May 30th
Teardown: May 31st
Volunteers will be contacted for meetings and email communication in preparation for the festival. We’d love to have you join us!
See the form for more details 📥🔗
FINAL CALL: WERE LOOKING FOR PARTNERS 🤝
Tag a brand, business or organization you think would love to support local film in Toronto! ⬇️
Brands, businesses and organizations wanting to support Tiny Hours as a [Community, Program, Awards and Platinum level] partner please inquire via email 📧 to: [email protected] with ‘SUBJECT: TH PARTNERSHIP’ for more details on our partnership structure.
While we welcome monetary donations that go towards various sinking funds, such as: operations, marketing, A/V Lighting & Equipment, Accessibility Film Awards etc., we also invite our community of thriving businesses to partner with us and contribute in-kind products, services, gifts based on business capacity!
Get in touch 📥 [email protected]
Tiny Hours operates on a non-profit model. All revenue is directed back into the festival to support thoughtful, sustainable operations and infrastructure.
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