THIRD ACTion Film Festival
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THIRD ACTion Film Festival is a Calgary-based Canadian festival founded in 2018 that is dedicated to changing how aging is portrayed on screen. It is notable as the first festival of its kind in Canada, and it has built a reputation in the film festival circuit for championing age-positive storytelling, including films about older adults and the third act of life. The festival showcases feature films, documentaries, animation, and shorts from Canada and around the world, with a strong emphasis on works featuring older adults in leading roles or addressing aging-related themes.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 8 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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