IFFI

Since 1952, India has hosted 34 International Film Festivals, both competitive and non-competitive.These festivals became annual events from 1975 onwards.The next festival, which includes a competition for feature films by Asian Directors, will be held in Goa and is the 35th edition.

The Festival is being organised by the Directorate of Film Festivals, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India in collaboration with the Indian Film Industry.The Festival is recognised by the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (FIAPF).

The Festival aims at providing a common platform for the cinematographies of the world to project the excellence of the film art; contributing to the understanding and appreciation of film cultures of different nations in the context of their social and cultural ethos; and promoting friendship and co- operation among peoples of the world.