Film Festivals
Kerala is home to several film festivals that celebrate the art of cinema. Some of the top film festivals in Kerala are:
International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK): This is one of the most prestigious film festivals in India, held annually in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. The festival screens a wide range of films from across the world, including feature films, documentaries, and shorts.
Kerala State Film Awards: This is an annual film awards ceremony held in Thiruvananthapuram, organized by the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy. The awards recognize excellence in various categories of Malayalam cinema, including Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Director, and Best Film.
Kochi-Muziris Biennale: This is an international contemporary art festival held in Kochi, Kerala, that includes film screenings, exhibitions, and performances. The biennale attracts artists and art enthusiasts from around the world.
All Lights India International Film Festival (ALIIFF): This is an annual film festival held in Kochi that aims to promote Indian cinema and bring together filmmakers from around the world. The festival features a variety of films, including feature films, documentaries, and short films.
International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK): This is an annual film festival held in Thiruvananthapuram that focuses on documentary and short films. The festival showcases films from across the world and includes competitions in various categories.
Directory of websites related to various film festivals. International Film Festival of Kerala, Mumbai Film festival, Kolkata Film Festival, Mumbai International Film Festival, Osians - Cinefan Festival are all listed.
- Osian's-Cinefan Festival : Osian's-Cinefan, the largest film-festival devoted to Asian & Arab cinema is part of Osian's Film House Division
- International Film Festival of Kerala : International Film Festival of Kerala is organised byKerala State Chalachitra Academy.
- Mumbai Film festival : Website details of the Mumbai Film Festival is organised by the Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI).
- Kolkata Film Festival : Official site of Kolkata Film Festival.
- Mumbai International Film Festival : Mumbai International Film Festival is organised by Films Division, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Govt. of India.
- International Film Festival of India : India's oldest and most prestigeous Film Festival.