The NFB is back at REGARD with five short films, two of which will make their Quebec premieres. Among the featured filmmakers are two-time Academy Award nominees Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski (Madame Tutli-Putli and The Girl Who Cried Pearls, nominated for this year's Best Animated Short), and two-time nominee Cordell Barker (The Cat Came Back and Strange Invaders).
The lineup also includes emerging voices like Bahij Jaroudi, whose Bisou Sauvage will screen in the Official Competition; Wanda Nolan's The Muse, a winner at the Atlantic Film Festival; and Will Prosper's powerful short reXistence. Spanning animation and documentary, the selection showcases a striking and diverse array of techniques and perspectives.
The NFB at REGARD:
Official Competition: Bahij Jaroudi's Bisou Sauvage (Quebec premiere) and Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski's The Girl Who Cried Pearls.
- Youth Competition: Cordell Barker's Good Luck to You All (Quebec premiere); Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski's The Girl Who Cried Pearls and Wanda Nolan's The Muse.
- Thematic program - Mémoires: Will Prosper's reXistence.
One of North America's most important short film festivals, REGARD will take place in Saguenay from March 18 to 22, 2026.
Official Competition
Bisou Sauvage by Bahij Jaroudi (NFB, animation, 2 min 50 s) - QUEBEC PREMIERE
