Welcome to the 15th Canberra International Film Festival (CIFF) – Canberra’s signature film event that is so eagerly anticipated each year – and this year is no exception. With extraordinary films from fascinating countries we are in line for another visual feast filled with the most amazing stories. I urge all of you to join us in this cinematic celebration – or should I say just join me and indulge!
The range is diverse – from films about highly charged characters through to up close and intimate with the lives of some of the most celebrated people of our times. I am thrilled to see some family films not to mention a comedy or two, as well as and in contrast to some deep, dark dramas. From Madness & Mayhem to the breathtaking beauties from Out of Africa, to the power of love in A Touch of Desire. New this year at the fabulous Arc Cinema is Can’t Stop the Music – a celebration of song and dance and classic favourites.
None of this would be possible without the support and belief in CIFF by the ACT Government backed by corporate Canberra, who combined, have enormous appreciation of the worth of cultural exchange and the value of artistic events.
The 2011 Festival would not be possible without our Principal Partner TransACT, along with our founding partner, the University of Canberra. Both are a strong and valued relationships. Together, with our many other valued corporate, cultural and media partners, we continue to grow and be the success that the film buff’s of the capital have come to expect. I would also like to acknowledge the newly formed strategic partnership with Centenary 100 – we very much look forward to working with you in showcasing Canberra on this significant birthday.
We are indeed fortunate to work with each and every one of our sponsors and business partners in bringing this much-devoured event to Canberra and, on behalf of the 14,000 plus people who will sit in front of the big screens this year, I thank you for your foresight and vision in bringing this event to life.
To my fellow Board members, co-ordinators and the many generous volunteers – my sincere thanks on a huge effort, your dedication and of course your valuable time. I look forward to seeing you ‘at the movies’!
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