Cassady Jones and Alexa Star exchange kicks during an EFC cage fight

International recognition

Awards & Press

An independent drama sport film celebrated for fearless performances, visceral action and cinematic craft.

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01Award wins

Honoured around the world.

EFC has received 34 award wins across direction, performance, cinematography and feature-film categories.

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Paladino d’Oro International Sport Film Festival

Best Director

Palermo · 2024

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Los Angeles Film Awards

Best Feature Film

Winner

03

New York International Film Awards

Best Feature Film

Winner

04

Rome Prisma Independent Film Awards

Best Feature Film

Winner

05

Canadian Cinematography Awards

Best Feature Film

Winner

06

Canadian Cinematography Awards

Best Feature Film Cinematography

Winner

02Critical response

What critics are saying

“The bulk of the plot is gripping, and the cast is brilliant. But the star of the show is the fight sequences.”
Bobby LePire · Film Threat · 8/10

“EFC delivers a knockout blow with unparalleled MMA action—a must-see for fans of MMA.”
Dan Savoie · 519 Magazine

“Equal parts white-collar crime thriller and character piece.”
Mike Haberfeiner · Search My Trash

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