Poland to host Indian Film Festival

Warsaw Aug 17 (IANS) Poland is set to host the Indian Film Festival for the first time from October 7 to 10.

The festival which will be held here has been organised by Indian Film Festival Worldwide (IFFW) read a statement.

"The Indian Film Festival is aimed to be a bridge between the Indian and Polish Film Industries devoted to a greater appreciation of cinema and culture by showcasing Indian Films to the Polish Audiences and opening new avenues of bilateral cooperation between the two countries via cinema " Ajay Bisaria Ambassador of India to Poland and Lithuania said in a statement.

R.C. Dalal Co-Founders & Curators of IFFW said the festival will be an annual event and this year eight "path-breaking films from India" will be showcased.

The festival shall also witness the attendance of some award-winning filmmakers from India.

--IANS
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