Film guide

In 2012, the film festival will include an expanded BIFF Kids section will showcase documentaries and a 'Books to Film' programme on weekday mornings. An increased selection of short films, accommodating the Academy's requirements, will focus on that wonderful storytelling form - to the point and compelling. BIFF will feature popular international award winners in the world cinema strand. BIFF will also be introrucing a few new film categories in celebration of our 15th Anniversary.

Save the date as the 2012 film guide will be released on Wednesday March 7th, 2012.

Film categories

After-Hours- Provocative, controversial and uncompromising visions that take an innovative approach to the art of storytelling.

BIFF Kids- Films that provide cultural enrichment for children and adults alike.

Masterworks- Films made by the most influential auteurs living today.

Opening/Closing Night- Crowd pleasing films featuring an all star cast.

Modern Masters- Exciting new works crafted by some of the most acclaimed directors working today.

Short Films- Short narrative, documentary, and animated films from emerging filmmakers from all over the globe.

World Cinema- The best narrative and documentry films from around the world and everywhere in between.

Film Guide 2011

Check out the menu of films for your favourites from 2011 edition!

film schedule: click here to read and print