Festival Celebrating World Cinema

The Bahamas International Film Festival will premier in Nassau from December 9-12, 2004 and will feature a diverse presentation of independent and studio films from around the world - as well as educational programmes and cultural events.

Organisers say the event will provide Bahamian artists and future filmmakers with the opportunity to become more exposed to the art. BIFF anticipates attracting high profile industry professionals, artists and festival attendees, providing a unique and sustainable venue for networking and business opportunities.

Providing a new vista for tourism in the Bahamas, the event "will showcase the beauty of the islands and the range of elegant and luxurious merchandise to an impressive number of celebrities and film industry professional who otherwise may not visit our shores", said Ms. Leslie Vanderpool, BIFF Founder and President. Craig Woods of the Bahamas Film Commission adds: "We believe that it will allow us to build a bonafide