About
THE FESTIVAL
12th edition | April 7 to 13
The Festival cinéma du monde de Sherbrooke (FCMS) invites you to discover films from all over the world, featuring iconic works that have captivated large audiences worldwide. With over 80 films from about forty countries (fiction, documentaries, animation, and short films) and a range of twenty activities at various locations in Sherbrooke, the FCMS will take you on a journey through a wide range of universes.
A tailor-made selection for film enthusiasts, but also for those who want to discover new voices..
Ciné-Concert, roundtables, exchanges, family movies and outdoor activities… A wide range of events await you in a warm, authentic atmosphere.
The FCMS is your chance to discover true cinematic gems, and to meet local artisans and experts from all venues and origin.
The Festival is also proud to contribute to the vitality of the Eastern Townships cinematographic community by providing a broadcasting space for the public and the region’s artisans.
COMPETITION
As part of its international and regional competition, the Festival awards three prizes: the Cercle d’or – Meilleur long métrage de fiction, the Cercle d’or Meilleur long métrage documentaire and the Prix Pierre-Javaux – Meilleur court métrage de l’Estrie.
Discover the winners of previous editions here
OUR TEAM
Meet the team behind the Sherbrooke World Film Festival, working passionately to bring you a memorable experience!
FESTIVAL TEAM
Malika Bajjaje
Co-founder
Executive Director
Carolina Lopez
School programs Coordinator
Guest and Volunteer Coordinator
Financing Assistant
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Blanche Lydie Makosso
Administrative assistant
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Valérie Fortin-Fournaise
Accountant and systems administrator
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Olivia Goullioud
Communication and Information Officer
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Geneviève Dansereau
Communication Officer – Social Media Manager
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Mariem Askri
Project Coordinator
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Alexandre Hurtubise
Technical Director
La Maison du Cinéma
Comité de programmation films
Catherine Viau
Directrice de la programmation
avec la collaboration de Daniel Bertolino
Le Groupe Via Le Monde Inc.
Malika Bajjaje
Cofondatrice, directrice générale
Festival cinéma du monde de Sherbrooke
Denis Hurtubise
Cofondateur, Festival cinéma du monde de Sherbrooke
Président, La Maison du Cinéma
BOARD OF DIRECTIONS
Annissa Laplante
Chairman
Lucille Tang-Levac
Vice president
Richard Duplessis
Treasurer
Jean-Luc Fillion
Secretary
Denis Hurtubise
Board Member
Malika Bajjaje
Executive Director