Singapore International Film Festival
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The Singapore International Film Festival (Chinese: 新加坡国际电影节) was launched in 1987. The festival is an annual film event which screens about 300 films from over 45 countries. Besides screening award winning and critically acclaimed films, the festival also features workshops, seminars and exhibitions on filmmaking for film students and the film industry.
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[edit] International recognition
The festival is recognised world-wide by film critics for its focus on Asian films and promotion of Southeast Asian films to the world audience. Many international critics attend this festival to see Asia's new and bright talents.
[edit] Objectives
- Promote film as an artistic medium
- Provide the opportunity for audiences to view films not otherwise released commercially.
- Create awareness of the finer points of filmmaking through seminars and workshops by overseas professionals
- Pave the way for a Singapore film industry
- Provide an international showcase for Asian Cinema
[edit] Awards
Main Article: Singapore International Film Festival Awards List
To encourage the Asian filmmakers, the SIFF introduced the Silver Screen Awards Competition in 1991. The Awards have become regionally recognized and Asian filmmakers vie to have their films entered to gain exposure in world markets. Some internationally recognised winners of this award include: Eric Khoo, Sandi Tan and Royston Tan.
