VENICE FILM FESTIVAL: It is the oldest in the world. Founded in 1932, this is considered among the 'Big Three' film festivals (the other two are Cannes and Berlin). Among the awards given out at this prestigious festival are Golden Lion, Silver Lion, Lio
VENICE FILM FESTIVAL: It is the oldest in the world. Founded in 1932, this is considered among the 'Big Three' film festivals (the other two are Cannes and Berlin). Among the awards given out at this prestigious festival are Golden Lion, Silver Lion, Lio
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Cinema Paradiso: A look into world's top film festivals

With the Berlin International Film Festival set to kick off from today, here's a look at the top movie galas held around the world. 
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TORONTO FILM FESTIVAL: Founded in 1976, the awards given out at the event are the People’s Choice award and the Best Canadian Feature Film award. It was initially called ‘The Festival of Festivals’. Founded by William Marshall, Henk van der Kolk and Dusty Cohl, the gala plays host to nearly 4,80,000 viewers every year. (AFP)
TORONTO FILM FESTIVAL: Founded in 1976, the awards given out at the event are the People’s Choice award and the Best Canadian Feature Film award. It was initially called ‘The Festival of Festivals’. Founded by William Marshall, Henk van der Kolk and Dusty Cohl, the gala plays host to nearly 4,80,000 viewers every year. (AFP)
CANNES FILM FESTIVAL: This is the most well-known festival. Instituted in 1946, the event serves as an important showcase for European films. Famous awards given out are Palme d’Or, Grand Prix, Queer Palm, Caméra d’Or, and Prix Vulcain. The invitation-only event is held in May at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès. (AFP)
CANNES FILM FESTIVAL: This is the most well-known festival. Instituted in 1946, the event serves as an important showcase for European films. Famous awards given out are Palme d’Or, Grand Prix, Queer Palm, Caméra d’Or, and Prix Vulcain. The invitation-only event is held in May at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès. (AFP)
MELBOURNE FESTIVAL: Another one among the oldest film festivals in the world, having been founded in 1952. The event hands out a number of prestigious awards like City of Melbourne Grand Prix for Best Short Film, BBC Knowledge Award for Best Documentary Short Film, and People’s Choice Award for Best Feature. (MIFF Official website)
MELBOURNE FESTIVAL: Another one among the oldest film festivals in the world, having been founded in 1952. The event hands out a number of prestigious awards like City of Melbourne Grand Prix for Best Short Film, BBC Knowledge Award for Best Documentary Short Film, and People’s Choice Award for Best Feature. (MIFF Official website)
ANNECY ANIMATED FILM FESTIVAL: A primary showcase for animated movies. Founded in 1960 and held in Annecy, France, the festival was held bi-annually during its initial years. It became an annual event in 1998. In addition to films being shown in various cinemas, an open-air night projection is held in the centre of the town. (AFP)
ANNECY ANIMATED FILM FESTIVAL: A primary showcase for animated movies. Founded in 1960 and held in Annecy, France, the festival was held bi-annually during its initial years. It became an annual event in 1998. In addition to films being shown in various cinemas, an open-air night projection is held in the centre of the town. (AFP)
RAINDANCE FILM FESTIVAL: Established by Elliot Grove in 1992, the event finds its place among the most prominent independent film festivals. Operates across cities such as London, Brussels, New York, Los Angeles, Budapest, Berlin, Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. It is known for screening short films from around the world. (Facebook page of festival)
RAINDANCE FILM FESTIVAL: Established by Elliot Grove in 1992, the event finds its place among the most prominent independent film festivals. Operates across cities such as London, Brussels, New York, Los Angeles, Budapest, Berlin, Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. It is known for screening short films from around the world. (Facebook page of festival)
SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL: Was founded in 1978, and takes place every year in Utah. The largest independent film gala in the US showcases films made by American and international filmmakers. The gala has transformed over the years from a low-key event to an extravagant stage that hosts Hollywood celebrities and paparazzi. (AFP)
SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL: Was founded in 1978, and takes place every year in Utah. The largest independent film gala in the US showcases films made by American and international filmmakers. The gala has transformed over the years from a low-key event to an extravagant stage that hosts Hollywood celebrities and paparazzi. (AFP)

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