Fantasia 2022 was held as an in-person event with a hybrid format, featuring both physical screenings and virtual presentations due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The Fantasia International Film Festival is an annual event that takes place in Montreal, Canada, and is known for showcasing a diverse range of genres, with a particular focus on horror, fantasy, and Asian cinema. In 2022, the festival returned to a format that included in-person screenings, which was a welcome change for many attendees after the previous year’s fully virtual edition. The festival also maintained an online component, offering virtual screenings to accommodate those who could not attend in person or preferred to watch from home.
The 2022 edition of Fantasia continued its tradition of premiering many highly anticipated films and included a variety of international works. It also featured a range of events such as panel discussions, Q&A sessions with filmmakers, and special presentations. The festival’s programming included a mix of independent films, studio productions, and retrospectives, providing a platform for both emerging and established filmmakers to showcase their work to enthusiastic audiences. The hybrid approach allowed the festival to reach a wider audience while still preserving the communal experience of watching films in a theater setting.
