To celebrate the russian presence in Cannes this year, the country's representatives organised a succesful champagne reception at the Film Market gathering media and market professionals to speak about Russian cinema and its new horisons. One of the biggest moments for Russian cinema this year in Cannes is the film "Uchenik (Student)" by Kirill Serebrennikov, part of this year's Un Certain Regard official selection.  Here are some photos from the event yesterday afternoon...

GlobalFest FilmFest is excited to kick off Exposed with the Calgary Premiere of Official Rejection, directed by Paul Osborne, at the Plaza Theatre (1133 Kensington Road NW). In addition, guests can enjoy great pre-screening hospitality provided by Yardhouse and live entertainment at our official pub: Palomino Smokehouse. This year's lucky GlobalFest FilmFest audience members will not only receive a complimentary ticket to Finale Night at the 2010 GlobalFest Finale Night at Elliston Park ...

By Maria Esteves - January 5, 2010 The 24th Israel Film Festival (IFF) Opening Night Gala Awards, Screening, and Reception presented by IsraFest Foundation commenced on Saturday, December 5, 2009, 7:30 pm, at the SVA Theatre, New York. This year's 2009 IFF Award recipients were Israeli filmmaker Ranana Kol for Best Student Short Film UNTIL WE'LL FIND A PLACE, founder/president of Kino International Donald Krim for Visionary, writer/director Paul Schrader for Achievement in Film, and Academy A...