‘Stories Without Borders’ theme to define nine-day festival; Spain named Country of Honour, Russia Partner Country
Panaji : The 57th International Film Festival of India will take place in Goa from November 20 to 28 under the theme Stories Without Borders. More than 150 international films from 86 countries will be screened, following over 1,900 submissions from 137 countries.
Organisers Say that IFFI is a major forum for cultural exchange and a longstanding part of Goa’s identity. The programme includes opening film Fatherland, mid-festival film I Matter, and closing film We Are All Strangers. Spain is the Country of Honour, Russia the Partner Country, and a BRICS showcase will feature films from all 11 member countries. Indian Panorama will present 76 films in 18 languages, while new Animation and Films About Films sections and a seven-film debut competition broaden the programme. The festival will highlight emerging and women filmmakers, with 62 debut filmmakers and 52 women filmmakers participating. Industry development initiatives include Creative Minds of Tomorrow, WAVES Film Bazaar, and 14 masterclasses, workshops, and panel discussions. Screenings will run across 13 indoor screens at four Goa locations, with more than 4,000 seats.
